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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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Free Making Moments Matter Workshop March 27th
The Changes & Challenges of Caring for Someone with Memory Loss
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The Alzheimer's Care Resource Center is holding a
FREE
Family Caregiver Workshop on March 27th from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. on "
The Changes & Challenges of Caring for Someone with Memory Loss".
This workshop will help you understand why your loved on is behaving the way they are, and will provide you with some tips and tools to help you manage some of the most common behavioral challenges.
Topics will include:
- Managing the Most Frustrating Behaviors
- When the Puzzle Pieces Don't Fit: New Ways to Communicate
- Making Moments Matter™ ~ Creating Days Filled with Joy & Meaning
- Tips to Help You On the Emotional Roller Coaster Ride of Caregiving
Light Refreshments Will Be Served.
Seating is Limited. RSVP to (561)588-4545
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Look, I shrunk Grandma
A Psychiatrist's Guide to Nursing Homes, Dementia & End of Life
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Karen Severson, M.D., has spent the last twenty years as a Geriatric Psychiatrist wandering the halls of those dreaded destinations called nursing homes.
She became mentally exhausted from watching people with Alzheimer's disease decline and suffer. She wrote about the unnecessary suffering caused by doctors, nurses, and families who are on totally different pages regarding end-of-life issues. She realized doctors tend to avoid these conversations and families can remain in extended denial of dementia.
This book is intended to help families understand dementia and its associated behaviors in a down to earth manner. Dr. Severson uses a great deal of humor as not to scare people from the subject. She also discusses several other important issues, but mainly how we can better allow families to learn to let go of those with end-stage illness.
Dr. Severson hopes to prevent unnecessary and potentially harmful medical interventions as well as allow more geriatric patients to die in peace.
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| NEW Early Stage Support Groups |
We will be facilitating two new support groups beginning in March.
Our Early Stage Support Group will be begin on March 15th from 10:00am - 11:00 am and will be held on the 3rd Thursday of each month. This group is for those with early stage memory loss.
Our new Palm Beach Gardens Support Group will begin on Friday March 9th from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. and will be held at Discovery Village in Palm Beach Gardens. This will group will meet on the 2nd Friday of each month.
To learn more, or to register for either group, please call us at
(561)588-4545
Submit Your Questions to info@alzheimerscareresourcecenter.com
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Comprehensive Assessments & Care Plans
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The primary goal of Care Management and Aging Life Care services is to help clearly identify the problems, and recommend appropriate, realistic solutions, that improve the quality of life for the Alzheimer's caregiver and care receiver.
Our Assessment is extremely comprehensive and begins with and in-depth telephone call to review your concerns as well as your current caregiving challenges. The
includes a review of the patients physical, psychological, social and spiritual needs; medications; cognitive function; ability to complete ADL's (activities of daily living) and IADLs (instrumental activities of daily living), as well as a complete fall prevention and home safety evaluation.
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Donate 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!
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Support Us When Shopping on Amazon
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A
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
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nformation,
contact the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center,
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eel free to
call us at (561) 588-4545. Thank you!!
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| Shamrock Juice ~ St. Patrick's Day Treat |
Shamrock Juice! A Sweet Treat for St. Patrick's Day
Ingredients:
Directions:
- add 1 part of each
- cut the lime popsicles into cubes
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add to the drink
{they will melt of course but that gives the drink a great green color}
- Slice a thin cut of apple {just to the side of the core}& then use a shamrock shape cookie cutter and add to the side of the glass & you are good to go!.
- Drink with your loved ones and enjoy!
Contact the Alzheimer's Care Resource Center anytime at (561) 588-4545.
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| Paint for Fun Class for Caregivers & Loved Ones |
The Alzheimer's Care Resource Center will host
a monthly Paint for Fun™ class on
Friday, March 16, 2018
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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March 2018 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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