Alzheimer's Resource of Alaska

Join us for the Virtual Dementia Tour tomorrow at our Anchorage office. This hands-on experience provides invaluable insight into the daily realities faced by those living with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Space is limited, so register today for this free event. #Alzheimers #DementiaCare #CommunitySupport #HealthcareEducation #VirtualTour https://conta.cc/3NUu7ap

?? Exciting News! ?? We’re thrilled to share that Alzheimer’s Resource of Alaska has been nominated for the 2024 Community Impact Awards! This award honors nonprofits that have made a positive difference in the lives of Alaskans. Voting is open until September 16, and you can vote daily! Please take a moment to vote for us and spread the word. Every vote counts, and we truly appreciate your support! ?? Vote Here! https://www.impactak.com Thank you for helping us make an impact! #CommunityImpactAwards #AlzheimersResourceOfAlaska

Join us Monday, June 17 @1 pm at the Anchorage Senior Activity Center for the last of our 8-week education series on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias. All sessions are free and will be led by one of our Dementia Education Specialists. This week, we will discuss the importance of meaningful daily activities to engage and provide purpose for people living with dementia. https://fb.me/e/24MuMT3xf

Join us Tuesday, June 18 @ 12 pm on Zoom ? Aging and Intellectual Disability: Maintaining function and well-being. We'll look at how to distinguish between normal and pathological aging, and what to consider if behavioral or cognitive changes occur. Join us for this talk on healthy aging as well as healthy aging challenges experienced by adults with intellectual disabilities.

Come and share the joy of Art Links with us! ?? Join us Friday, June 14 @1 PM, in Wasilla for Art Links, a social support program that promotes engagement for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias or seniors at risk of isolation and depression. By using a variety of creative art ideas, we promote self-expression as well as socialization and meaningful connections. We offer Art Links in-person in Anchorage, Wasilla, Fairbanks and online Statewide via Zoom. Check our online calendar for dates and time ? https://lnkd.in/gFBtbH_5

? Join us online for a Virtual Memory Café, Thursday, June 13 @ 1 PM Memory Cafés are an opportunity for people living with dementia and their care partners to engage in much-needed socialization and enjoy the company of others who are on the same journey. Join our Memory Café for the music, the chance to recharge, and to enjoy each other’s company. ?? Free to attend for those living with dementia and their care partners, and for those looking to improve brain wellness.

?? Join us online via Zoom, Thursday, June 13 @ 5:30 PM – 7 PM for an online support group ?? Support groups provide a way for people with a common experience to help and learn from each other. They offer essential social and emotional support and are a great way to see what works for others and learn about local services. ??? View our full list of Caregiver Support Groups throughout Alaska at ? https://bit.ly/4e4UMxd. Many of these groups are available statewide over the phone or Zoom, making it easy to find one that fits your schedule regardless of location. ?? All groups are free to join. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect!

Join us Monday, June 10 @1 pm at the Anchorage Senior Activity Center for part 7 of our 8-week education series on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias. All sessions are free and will be led by one of our Dementia Education Specialists. This week, we will discuss the importance of meaningful daily activities to engage and provide purpose for people living with dementia. https://fb.me/e/24MuMT3xf

Journaling can be a powerful tool to manage the emotional demands of caregiving. Techniques such as keeping a gratitude list, noting daily successes, writing from a third-person perspective, listing mood-lifting activities, and documenting time spent in nature can significantly bolster mental health. These strategies aim to enhance mental well-being and provide coping mechanisms for the daily challenges faced by caregivers. DailyCaring offers this useful guide for more insights ?

?? Join us Tuesday, June 18 @ 12 pm on Zoom ? Aging and Intellectual Disability: Maintaining function and well-being. Tune in for this talk on healthy aging as well as healthy aging challenges experienced by adults with intellectual disabilities. We'll look at how to distinguish between normal and pathological aging, and what to consider if behavioral or cognitive changes occur.