We need your help improving dementia care in the State of Wisconsin! Please take this 5-minute survey,

and express your thoughts & concerns

regarding dementia and caregiving in your community. 

The last plan created a robust network of

support, resources, and connections

for those living with the experience of dementia

Having The Northwood's

needs be heard helps all of us!

"Alexa, open dementia facts"

"Alexa, start dementia task tracker" 

"Alexa, start dementia care information"

"Alexa, start dementia care inspirations"

Did you know that these are all commands that you can give to any form of the Amazon Virtual Assistant that you own!? If the device responds to being addressed as Alexa, then it will respond to the above four commands to get you information on Dementia Care Specialists, Helpful dementia information, caregiver tools, and more! 

Try it now with your Amazon Virtual Assistant Device!

ALZConnected®

ALZConnected® (alzconnected.org), powered by the Alzheimer's Association®, is a free online community for everyone affected by Alzheimer's or another dementia, including:

• People with the disease
• Caregivers
• Family members
• Friends.
• Individuals who have lost someone to Alzheimer's 

ALZ Talks

Free ALZ Talks virtual webinars provide:

• Education
• Information
• News
• Resources

on a variety of dementia and caregiving topics

Ashland & Bayfield Counties

Click the button below to learn more about the ongoing programs available to those living with dementia in Ashland and Bayfield Counties!

Alzheimer's Association Support Groups 

What is an Alzheimer’s Association Support Group? A support group is a safe place to learn, offer and receive helpful tips and meet others coping with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia. Meetings typically take place monthly, and are always free, and are open to the public. 

Congratulations to our New Dementia Friendly Organizations! 

Congratulations to the following organizations on participating in Dementia Friendly Training, and becoming Dementia Friendly!

Ashland County Health & Human Services 



The BRICK

Thank you for your commitment to support those living with dementia, and caregivers, in our communities.

Join the Dementia & Caregiver Network of Ashland & Bayfield Counties 

The Ashland & Bayfield County Dementia & Caregiver Network is looking for family caregivers and working professionals to join our team! We are a group of caregivers, professional organizations and volunteers serving older adults and their caregivers, committed to helping our communities become dementia friendly. Our mission is to join individuals, organizations, and communities to advocate for and support those who are caregivers, and those who are living with dementia.

If you are interested in joining, contact the ADRC of the North at 1-866-663-3607

Dementia & Faith

How do we minister to the spirit of those who live with dementia? How do we better love people living with dementia, and their families

who provide care? 

Loving Through Dementia is a Ministry of the Due West Methodist Church, that provides free education, resources, and encouragement to churches as they support care partners, and those living with dementia in their communities. Click on the button below for sermons, bible studies, and more, related to dementia!

The Resilient Caregiver Podcast

Providing caregivers the unbiased information and encouragement necessary to maintain their wellness as they serve others diagnosed with dementia. Brought to you by the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Southwest Wisconsin!

Trualta

Free, online courses that answer your questions about Dementia & Caregiving

Dementia TV Guide

This TV guide includes links to the top 100 videos on the Dementia Careblazers YouTube Channel. It is broken into 4 sections: 



1. Understanding 

2. Caregiver Challenges

3. Behaviors (Communication)

4. Planning 

                       Safety Starts with You.

Caring for someone with dementia can be hard.

There are physical, emotional, financial, and life-style changes to face.

There are also new issues to think about.

Thinking about these safety concerns can prevent injuries and deaths.

Now is the time to make choices and plans for the future. You may have already thought about some steps to improve safety at home. You may have had discussions about what to do about driving or firearms access. This site can support these discussions.

These can be hard topics to tackle, but you’re not alone.

Many others have faced issues like this.

The tools on this site can help you make decisions about safety and dementia.