We hope these tips for caring for those with dementia prove helpful.

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Caregivers are experts in many areas. Sometimes their warehouse of resources needs to be restocked. We have found some resources that can assist you along your caregiving journey. 
 
In this newsletter you will find this helpful information:
  • Getting help with Alzheimer's caregiving
  • Helping family and friends with understanding Alzheimer's disease
  • Helping kids cope with the Alzheimer's diagnosis
  • Plus, learn some facts about the benefits of helping others
Read on.
August Activities Are Awesome...

We hope to 'sway' you into visiting the community in August and participate in the Luau on Aug. 17. In addition to that event, we have lots of others happenings at the community. Click below to see the full calendar.


Next Caregiver Support Group  meeting is  
August 8 at 10 am.
Getting Help with Alzheimer's Care

Family caregivers manage many aspects of their loved one's life. From health care to day care, family caregivers are placed in a role that requires being an expert on many fronts.
 
If that statement describes you, you may want to bookmark the link below. This webpage provides several resources for family caregivers of those with Alzheimer's and dementia. From clinical trials and treatment to legal and financial matters to short- and long-term care options, you can find resources available. These resources were assembled by the National Institute of Health.  


Locally, we recommend contacting these resources to assist with care needs.

Southern California Resource Center


Alzheimer's Association

Helping Others Understand the Disease

Explaining that your loved one has Alzheimer's can be challenging for a family caregiver. Sharing the news with family, friends or colleagues is not easy, but garnering understanding and support is. Sometimes it is important to prepare others for behaviors as a result of the disease or to express common feelings experienced by family caregivers. What is the best way to gain understanding?
 
The National Institute of Aging has prepared a few pointers to assist in communicating the impact of Alzheimer's disease on your life and the life of your loved one. From sharing the news to communication tips, to preparing for when your loved is in public, these helpful suggestions can ease feelings of uneasiness. 

Helping Kids Understand

Sharing the news that a grandparent has dementia requires a simple and straight forward approach. Comforting kids and helping them accept feelings can ease their concerns. In addition, there are some great resources for broaching the topic. Click below to learn more.
 
Did You Know...?

The benefits of helping others boomerangs. Here are six ways doing good for others can help you.

Doing Good Decreases Stress - A study found that adults who volunteered about four hours a week were 40% less likely to develop hypertension later.

Doing Good Increases Life-Expectancy - Researchers found a link between giving, unselfishness and a lower risk of early death.

Doing Good Makes Us Feel Better - Helper's high is the "rush" one feels after performing a good deed.

Doing Good Promotes Mental Health - Along with improved well-being and life satisfaction, volunteering is also linked to decreased depression.

Doing Good Leads To Happiness - When we give of ourselves, everything from life satisfaction to self-realization and physical health is significantly improved.

Doing Good Will Motivate You To Do Good Again - Thinking about times you've helped others will make you want to help others again.

So get out there and perform a random act of kindness or help your fellow human being. It's good for you!

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