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Mild Cognitive Impairment + Dementia Resources
The Big Umbrella from | Dementia Society of America
Learn more about dementia through this online book that has great visuals to help you understand more about dementia.
Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association has a chapter in Bend. They provide resources such as an early stage support group, 24/7 hotline for caregivers and families, caregiver support groups, and learning events. While it's called Alzheimer's Association, they server folks experiencing all different kinds of dementia.
Brick by Brick Bonding
Brick by Brick Bonding was written by Laura Herman and Patty Sherin, who is a resident of the Central Oregon community. The book uses a unique approach, sharing moments of joy between care partners and their loved ones with dementia. The book teaches care partners to implement self care, build support systems, and let go of expectations, and practice mindfulness.
​​Patty Sherin additionally provides trainings on the "Brick by Brick Bonding" approach. Contact Patty for more information. Sagebrush loves the "Brick by Brick Bonding" approach and believes it can be key to navigating dementia.
Early-stage support groups
The Alzheimer's Association early-stage support groups offer a safe, supportive, and positive space for individuals who have been recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, other dementias, or related disorders.
Prescreening is required prior to joining. For more information, call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.
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Caregiver support groups
The Alzheimer's Association caregiver support groups provide comfort, guidance, and a supportive community for unpaid family members and friends caring for someone with Alzheimer’s, dementia, or related disorders.
Please call or email the meeting contact before attending to confirm that days, times and locations are accurate as listed. 800.272.3900.
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ALZConnected® online community
ALZConnected is a free online community for individuals with dementia and their caregivers. Members can ask questions, share support, and join public or private groups focused on specific topics.
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24/7 Helpline
The Alzheimer's Association's free 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 to speak with a dementia expert anytime. Get confidential support, crisis assistance, local resources, and information in over 200 languages. 800.272.3900.
Eugeria
Eugeria is a website that has products like phones, calendars, brain engagement activities, and safety products for people with dementia, MCI, and cognitive difficulties. The products listed on their website go thorough evaluation by a multidisciplinary team of caregivers and healthcare professionals to assess their effectiveness and impact. Only the products that meet our high standards with exceptional results are featured on their online store.
Senior Center at Larkspur
The Senior Center at Larkspur has a wide variety of movement, social, and brain engagement activities. Larkspur is often a really great resource for our patients when they are working to improve their brain health.