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Our newsletter is filled with information on some of the wonderful programs and services we offer to caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease, dementia or other memory impairment.
As always, our team is here to help ~ whenever you are ready to reach-out!
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The Great Give 2017
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On May 17, 2017, from midnight to midnight,
the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center
is participating in the Great Give Palm Beach & Martin Counties, a 24-hour online giving event led by the United Way of Palm Beach County, Achieve, Nonprofits First and United Way of Martin County. Great Give 2017 is designed to raise as much money as possible for local nonprofits in just one day! Last year, thanks to generous donors like you, we raised more than $3 million collectively for 504 local nonprofits! This year, we know we can accomplish even more - will you join us?
This community-wide event celebrates the spirit of giving and the collective effort it takes to strengthen our community while raising critical funds for hundreds of local nonprofits serving every need. Plus, each donation made during the 24-hour period will be amplified by bonus pool dollars and hourly prizes!
Your donation will go a long way in helping us
provide coaching, counseling and supportive services for family caregivers who otherwise cannot afford it. We hope you will consider donating to
the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center through
www.GreatGiveFlorida.org
on May 17, and please remember - 24-hours CAN change our community!
Join other donors who gave $20 last year! Will you
help us reach our goal of $5,000?
With warmest regards,
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May is National Stress Awareness Month
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Welcome to May! Can you believe we're already in the month of May? This year is flying by! If you didn't know - May is the month of Mental Health Awareness. As caregivers, we understand how important it is to maintain your positive outlook and well-being.
The Alzheimer's Care Resource Center has designed a specialized dementia specific coaching and counseling program to allow clients access to support and professional guidance from licensed clinical social workers, registered nurses and advanced Aging Life Care professional care managers, all of whom have extensive experience and advanced training in supporting individuals, couples and families adjusting to and coping with issues related to Alzheimer's disease and other neurocognitive impairments.
Our
Coaching for Caregivers™ program was designed to provide you with the opportunity to receive all of the benefits that come with attending a support group or caregiver workshop, but which are available to you on a one-on-one basis in a comfortable environment you choose, at a time that is convenient for you.
Our sessions are affordable and available in comfortable and convenient settings including our offices, your home or selected location, the telephone and online.
As you cope with the changes and challenges that accompany being a full-time caregiver,
Coaching for Caregivers can provide you with professional and personalized guidance and support, just when you need it the most.
To schedule a confidential
Coaching for Caregivers
session
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please call us at (561) 588-4545.
We accept Medicare and Private Pay!
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Gift Ideas for Mom on Mother's Day
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Mother's Day, always the second Sunday in May in the U.S., falls on May 8th this year. This means you only have a couple days to pick out that perfect piece of jewelry or perhaps the ideal perfume. It's estimated Americans will spend upwards of $2.6 billion on Mother's Day flowers and an additional $68 million on greeting cards.
But what if Mom has Alzheimer's disease or another dementia? What if she can no longer enjoy a day of pampering at the spa? What do you buy for your mother when the old standby gifts are no longer appropriate?
You can actually celebrate Mother's Day simply by spending quality time with your mom. That is a great gift in itself. Your time and affection cost nothing and yet are invaluable. However, if
you are like me, the tradition of giving a gift to mark this day, or other special days, is
important.
Until recent years, family members were often unable to
find gift choices that were gender as well as age- and stage-appropriate for the person with Alzheimer's disease. Not many products existed and they were difficult to locate.
Thankfully, this has changed.
There are now several websites offering a wide-range of products and gift ideas designed especially for the person with memory loss. One such site is
Best Alzheimer's Products, a large information portal and online store featuring more than 500 products.
For this Mother's Day, plan to spend time with your mom and family. If you do want to buy a gift that is appropriate for your mom, and she has dementia symptoms, then do some online searching. You'll find options that have been designed, tested and tried especially for those with memory loss. I think it will make mom's special day even better.
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How to Connect with Mom on Mother's Day
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May is National Stroke Awareness Month
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Strokes can affect people of all ages and backgrounds.
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. In 2008 alone, more than 133,000 Americans died from stroke - or one person every four minutes - died from stroke, making it the fourth leading cause of death in the United States.
A stroke, sometimes called a brain attack, occurs when a blockage stops the flow of blood to the brain or when a blood vessel in or around the brain bursts. Although many people think of stroke as a condition that affects only older adults, strokes can and do occur in people of all ages. In fact, nearly a quarter of all strokes occur in people younger than age 65.
Each year, almost 800,000 strokes occur in the United States. Strokes often lead to serious, life-changing complications that include:
- Paralysis or weakness on one side of the body.
- Problems with thinking, awareness, attention, learning, judgment, and memory.
- Problems understanding or forming speech.
- Difficulty controlling or expressing emotions.
- Numbness or strange sensations.
- Pain in the hands and feet.
- Depression.
Recognizing the Signs of Stroke
When responding to a stroke, every minute counts. The sooner a patient receives medical treatment, the lower the risk for death or disability. If you or someone you know exhibits the following signs or symptoms, call 9-1-1 immediately.
- Numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, especially on one side of the body.
- Confusion, trouble speaking, or difficulty understanding.
- Trouble seeing in one or both eyes.
- Trouble walking, dizziness, or loss of balance and coordination.
- Severe headache with no known cause.
Remember, getting immediate medical attention for stroke is crucial, so don't delay. Dial 911 if you recognize the signs of a stroke taking place!
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Support Us When Shopping on Amazon
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mazon will donate 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to Alzheimer's Care Resource Center
whenever you shop on AmazonSmile.
AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know. Same products, same prices, same service.
AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way for you to support your favorite charitable organization every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at smile.amazon.com, you'll find the exact same low prices, vast selection and convenient shopping experience as Amazon.com, with the added bonus that Amazon will donate a portion of the purchase price to your favorite charitable organization. You can choose from nearly one million organizations to support, but we certainly hope that you will support the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center.
If you have questions or would like more
i
nformation,
contact the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center,
f
eel free to
call us at (561) 588-4545. Thank you!!
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What to Do When Your Care Receiver Doesn't Recognize You
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Here at the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center, we are in front of family caregivers, like you, every day. We've heard many caregivers say, time and time again, that dementia can be such a cruel disease. We understand. Family members of people with memory loss often need to brace themselves for a time when their loved one will no longer recognize them.
The pain of walking into your mom's living room and her not recognizing you can really break some people down. Experts say it's very normal to feel sad, abandoned and even a little angry when a loved one forgets special memories from the past.
Friends and family members who are unfamiliar with the disease will sometimes question or quiz the person with memory, often saying, "Do you remember me?" or "Do you know who I am?"
Submit Your Questions to info@alzheimerscareresourcecenter.com
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We Need Your Old iPods
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The Alzheimer's Care Resource Center is proud to be a MUSIC & MEMORY Certified Organization. Our goal is to bring music to everyone who chooses to participate in the MUSIC & MEMORY program, but we're going to need some help.
Do you have a gently used iPod that you no longer need? Help us spread the music and find your iPod a good home for someone living with dementia.
Your
iPod donation will go to a person with Alzheimer's disease or dementia to help improve their quality of life. Personalized music on an iPod revitalizes a person and restores a deep sense of self to those suffering from Alzheimer's. Please help us make a difference in the life of a loved one!
To send us an old iPod, please mail or bring it in to this address:
2328 10th Ave North #600
Lake Worth, FL 33461
Thank you for taking the time to consider supporting
us and the families we serve!
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Ten Commandments of Caregiving
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| Paint for Fun Class for Caregivers & Loved Ones |
The Alzheimer's Care Resource Center will host
Two monthly Paint for Fun™ classes on
May 12, 2017 & May 19, 2017
from 10:00am - 12:00pm.
There is no charge to attend!
Working step by step, with our instructor, you will create your very own masterpiece. During the painting class, participants will enjoy upbeat music, snacks, and refreshments in a fun and cheerful environment.
When complete, all participants can keep their painting as a souvenir. Come join the fun!
No experience needed! Space is limited.
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| Become a Comforting Companion |
Would you like a rewarding job as a caregiver where you can make a difference in someone's life? Do you know someone who enjoys working with the elderly?
We are currently looking for caring, kind, dependable and personable individuals who desire to provide non-medical, in-home care to the elderly. Tasks typically include:
- Companionship and conversation
- Meal preparation and planning
- Light housekeeping
- General assistance
If you're a warm, enthusiastic and compassionate person with a heart for working with seniors, then the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center could be perfect for you. We offer competitive pay and a personally rewarding work environment where you can truly feel good about what you are doing.
Call Today to Learn How to Get Started! (561) 588-4545
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May 2017 Calendar of Events
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About Us
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The Alzheimer's Care Resource Center, a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization,
is the only non-profit organization in Palm Beach, Broward, Martin and St. Lucie county focused strictly on meeting the needs of Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers. We are so excited that we can bring these wonderful programs and services to the community and further our mission of helping caregivers to relax, renew and reach-out to help meet their own unique self-care needs.
You can reach us at
(561) 588-4545
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Sincerely,
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