Alzheimer's San Diego

Our 2024 Annual Report has arrived! Learn all the ways your support has translated into crucial services for people living with dementia and those affected around them in San Diego County. ?? Hear directly from people using our services, see a breakdown by the numbers, and more: https://lnkd.in/dqmhS-Ru

Have flexible hours that work with your schedule through our various volunteering opportunities. ?? Assist people impacted by dementia around San Diego, or help us out with activities + classes. Visit https://lnkd.in/gKNRjZKU for more info - bilingual volunteers are welcome!

The University of San Diego is looking for caregivers to help evaluate a mobile phone app about the stages of dementia. ?? The study is completed in two visits and includes a survey, app evaluation, and brief interview. Gift cards are also provided for your time. If you or someone you know is interested, contact Shelby Bernauer at [email protected] or 858-630-1994.

Meet Heidi, our Philanthropy Writer! ?? Heidi's connection to the organization goes back years to when her grandparents received our services, and now she helps reach those same families and the wider San Diego community. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gqFgd-J8

The spring time is around the corner, and so are our spring education classes. ?? View all upcoming offerings in your part of San Diego County and online: https://lnkd.in/gRtHzAg8

Stay in the loop on all of our services, events, and new programs through our newsletter. Sign up with your email here: https://lnkd.in/g2BjWepG ??

Daylight Saving Time begins again this Sunday, which makes it an ideal time to read up on sundowning. ?? With sunlight hours changing, people living with memory loss can become confused, paranoid, and more. Learn how to prevent this and assist them: alzsd.org/sundowning

The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD) is holding a conference about all things FTD for people diagnosed, care partners, families, healthcare professionals, and the whole community to attend. Their conference will be held on May 1-2 in Denver, CO - learn more through the flyer below.

Calling all geriatric care professionals ?? Our upcoming webinar on Mar 20th touches on how for people living with dementia, continuing to participate in activities that engage their minds is a necessity. Attendees will learn about how brain changes due to dementia affect how someone engages, their need for cognitive stimulation, and ways to create dementia-friendly activities. Co-presented with Mindy Baker, Director of Education, George G. Glenner Alzheimer's Family Centers, Inc.? Sign up for free: https://lnkd.in/gyQFzJ7m

Volunteer with us... on your time! ?? Flexible opportunities are available in a variety of programs by helping families around the county, or as a social activity assistant, reception volunteer, and more. Visit https://lnkd.in/gKNRjZKU for more info - bilingual volunteers are welcome.