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HomeMy WebLinkAbout00 - Non-Agenda Item - Handoutemo Loss Services and Support 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259) Alzheimer's I ORANGE COUNTY You're not alone. www.alzoc.org 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259) • ialK with a caring protessional • Learn Aout education prograrw • Understand more about me mor°, lass, disorders • Connect with others like you • Discover ommunity resource.,s Alzheimer's ORANGE COUNTY www.alzoc.org CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES You have the opportunity to make a powerful statement about your commitment to the community by supporting WaIk4ALZ OC. For sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, contact us at 949.955.9000 or walk@alzoc.org. SPONSORED BY a a� •rsTi WHY WALK4ALZ ORANGE COUNTY? Walk4ALZ is Orange County's premier Alzheimer's walk to raise awareness and funds for local families impacted by Alzheimer's disease, as well as critical research for a cure. Last year you helped us raise over half a million dollars, funds that go towards our care and support services and local research to find a cure for Alzheimer's and dementia. MAKE AN IMPACT O'N4ZHEIMER'S 10010 of every dollar raised stays in Orange County, to fund critical no -cost services and programs for the 84,000 OC residents who are affected by Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia_ REGISTER YOUR TEAM AT ALZOC.ORG/WALK After you register, your personal fundraising web link will be emailed to you. Everything you need will be waiting for you in your online Participant Center. , walk U7`l�r�z, CjU�/+ Qu EMAIL WALK@ALZOC.ORG OR CALL 949.955.9000 REGISTRATION AT OPENING CEREMONY AT WALK BEGINS AT I ;1*P1\__ LAGUNA NIGUEL REGIONAL PARK 28241 La Paz Road, Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 Parking: Availahlr al lhr perk N�VA�H vv vEpcN HUNTINGTON BEACH 21330 Pacific Coast Hwy., Huntington Beach, CA 92648 (In the parking lot, near the boardwalk) Parking: Complimon1my lranspoilation lrom I first Chlishan Church of Iluntinglon [leach (1201 Main St.. I lunlinglon Ilrach. 92648) to the Walk location will be provided. Additional Parking: State Beach parking lot, between lsl St. and Beach Blvd., is $15. Metered parking is available along PCH & Beach Blvd. ANGEL STADIUM OF ANAHEIM 2000 East Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA 92806 Parking: [.nler the stadium off Orangewood Ave. or Gene Autry Way. Upon entry, allendants will guide you to complimentary parking. Alzheimer's I ORANGE COUNTY Contact us ... anytime. Our 24/7 telephone helpline provides information, emotional support, education and resource referrals. Learn about dementia. Come talk to us. Free community education to learnWe offer family care consultations, about the disease and how to improve 0 care planning, and linkage to and refine your caregiving skills. community services and support. Sli Find support and comfort. Draw comfort, hope and strength from our many support groups located throughout the community in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Korean. Hope for the future. Attend research updates or get connected to local clinical trials. 50. Connect with others. ��Attend our early memory loss programs to learn what to expect, and connect with others in the same situation. We're here for you. 24/7 Helpline 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259) t:r fid1 A apt ng Now What? Next Steps after a Diagnosis Learn about practical actions that you, your family and friends can take after receiving a diagnosis. Learn about the HELP model, a 4 -step approach. Discover tools and resources available every step of the way. Recommended for people newly diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia, as well as their friends and family. © andling the news Fingage A earn 13 [an ahead Sat June 10.10:00 AM -12:00 PM Sat July 8.10:00 AM -12:00 PM Sat Aug 12.10:00 AM -12:00 PM Sat Sept 9 •10:00 AM -12:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3771 Early Memory Loss A four-week supportive/educational group for people with early memory loss due to Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), Alzheimer's disease, or another form of dementia. You and your partnerwik meet with others in similar situations and learn how to deal with challenges. Every Wed July 19 - Aug 10. 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM All classes are held in Garden Grove, CA. RSVP: Contact Early Stage Coordinator at 949-757-3759 or email: earlystage@alzoc.org CKMCa regivi ng Savvy Caregiver: 6 -Week Family Caregiver Training This program is an evidence -based, 12 -hour training provided over a 6 -week period. Caregivers will possess greater confidence and understanding of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. On-site core will be provided foryour partner/loved one with dementia, upon request. Every Thurs July 6 - Aug 10. 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM All classes are held in Seal Beach, CA RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3759 Tues Sept 12 - Oct 17. 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM All classes are held in Placentia, CA RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3759 Compassionate Communication: A New Way of Talking Learn the principles and practical techniques in how to communicate with those with memory loss. Partners/loved ones with dementia moy sign up for Componion Class. See Companion Class description for more information. Sat June 17.10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat July 15. 10:00 AM - 12:OO PM Sat Aug 19 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat Sept 16.10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3771 Why Can't They Remember? Learn what is happening in the brain when there are changes in memory, and early detection of memory related disorders. Wed Aug 23.10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Cypress Community Center 5700 Orange Ave, Cypress, CA 90630 RSVP: Contact Joan Bardin at jbardin@ci.cypress.ca.us Personality and Behavior Changes: Why and How to Respond Identify common behavior changes, explore why they happen and what they mean. Learn helpful tips to adjust and respond. Partners/loved ones with dementia moysign up forComponion Closs. See Companion Class description for more information. Sat June 24 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat July 22 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat Aug 26 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Sat Sept 23 • 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3771 Companion Class Worried about care arrangements for your loved one while you attend a class at Alzheimer's Orange County? This free program provides a safe and comfortable place for people with memory loss to enjoy planned and structured activities on-site while their care partners attend a separate course or movie screening in an adjacent room. It is offered in conjunction with Compassionate Communication, Personality and Behavior Changes, and Wednesday Matinees & Discussions. =� See Compassionate Communication, Personality and Behavior Changes Classes, and Wednesday Matinees & a Discussions for dates and times. RSVP is required. Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3771 Sponsored and presented by: Attentive Home Care Trained in Alzheimer's Care LLearning Brain Fitness Keep your brain stronger for longer! In this class you will be trained in the following skills: Memory, Reasoning, Attention & Concentration, Word Naming, Problem Solving, Logical Sequencing, Processing Speed, and Visual -Spacial Skills. Thurs July 20.1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Costa Mesa Senior Center 695 W. 19th Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 RSVP: Contact Briana Delfin at 714-327-7547 or email: briana.delfin@costamesaca.gov What is Alzheimer's Disease? Get an overview of the basic facts about dementia and Alzheimer's disease, the biology of the brain and how it relates to dementia and Alzheimer's disease, warning signs, and resources and opportunities to get involved at Alzheimer's Orange County. Tues Aug 8. 10:30 AM -11:30 AM H. Louis Lake Senior Center 11300 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840 RSVP: Contact Lori Ocha at 714-741-5253 or email: brio@ci.garden-grove.ca.us What is Happening in the Brain? This class will cover changes in the brain when someone has memory loss, Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia. You will learn how someone receives a diagnosis, and hear about support and resources at Alzheimer's Orange County. Fri June 16. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Fri July 21. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Fri Aug 18. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Fri Sept 15. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3721 Memory Series Together with the Institute for Health Care Advancement and La Habra Family Resource Center, we bring to you a series of educational classes focusing on important senior topics. • ZPorque No Puedo Recordar? Wed July 12.6:00 PM -7:00 PM • Why Can't I Remember? Wed Aug 9 •6:00PM-7:00PM • How Do I Talk To My Neighbor Who Has Memory Loss? Wed Sept 13.6:00 PM -7:00 PM Institute for Healthcare Advancement 501 S. Idaho Street, Suite 300, La Habra, CA 90631 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3721 HOT TOPICS in Aging and Dementia Care This course covers three important topics for caregivers, with three dates and locations to choose from. Topics include: Keeping Older Drivers Safe, Fall Risk Prevention and Understanding Wandering. Wed Jun 14.8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Brea Community Center 695 E. Madison Way, Brea, CA 92821 Tues Jun 27.8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Fairhaven Mission Viejo 27856 Center Drive, Mission Viejo, CA 92692 Thurs Jun 29.8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3721 Planning Advance Care Planning: Important Choices for Living and Dying Learn how to record your wishes in the event you cannot speak for yourself, and how to start the conversation with loved ones and your doctor. Learn what the Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form is and what makes Advance Directives legal. Forodditionol dotes, please visit ocagingservicescollaborati ve. org Tues Aug 22.1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Laguna Hills Florence Sylvester Center 23721 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or949-757-3776 Tues Aug 29.10:30 AM -11:30 AM H. Louis Lake Senior Center 11300 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or 949-757-3776 Legal and Financial Workshop Identify the steps to getting legal, financial and future care plans put in place. Become familiar with the specific legal issues, future care options and financial issues pertaining to dementia. Wed June 21.6:00 PM -8:00 PM St. Jude Medical Center 130 Bastanchury Rd. Fullerton, CA 92835 RSVP: Contact Karin Little at 714-446-5030 or email: karin.little@stjoe.org Fri Aug 4. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or 949-757-3721 Being Mortal: Community Screening and Conversation CafeTM Join the national dialogue of the PBS FRONTLINE film, "Being Mortal". This groundbreaking film follows Dr. Atul Gawande as he explores the hopes of people facing terminal illness and their relationships with the doctors who care for them. Tues Aug 8 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Laguna Hills Florence Sylvester Center 23721 Moulton Parkway, Laguna Hills, CA 92653 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3776 Special Events Wednesday Matinees & Discussions: Attend these special screenings which address issues surrounding dementia and care. Join us afterwards for a discussion of the film. Partners/loved ones with dementia may sign up for Companion Closs. See Companion Class description for more information. Film: "The Notebook" Aft Wed July 19.1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Film: TBD NoTEeo" u Wed Aug 16. 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Film: "Still Alice" STILL ALICE Wed Sept 13.1:00 PM- 4:00 PM Film: TBD Wed Oct 18.1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: alzoc.org/family-education or call 949-757-3721 28th Annual Alzheimer's Disease Research Conference "The Elephant in the Room: Sensitive Subjects in Dementia Care" will shed light on the real challenges faced by those living with Alzheimer's disease in an effort to reduce stigma and facilitate conversation among families and healthcare providers. Fri Sept 22.7:30 AM - 4:00 PM Irvine Marriott Hotel 18000Von Karman Avenue, Irvine,CA92612 RSVP: a[zoc.org/events/2017-research-conference