The winning 2020 Walk4ALZ pin design is…
Vote to decide the design for the 2020 Walk4ALZ lapel pin!
Research updates: April 2020
It can seem like there’s a new Alzheimer’s “breakthrough” almost every day. We sift through the headlines and pull together the relevant, reputable research updates for you. Here are 6 things you should know about Alzheimer’s and dementia research from the last month.
COVID-19 vaccine scams and more
COVID-19 poses an urgent public health risk – but with it comes the risk of scams and fraud targeting older adults, too. As of this writing, there is still no proven cure or vaccine for coronavirus. Yet con artists are appearing everywhere trying to capitalize on people’s fear.
Ask a Social Worker: Handling armchair “experts”
As part of our Ask a Social Worker series, Mina Nilchian, MSW, tackles some common questions and scenarios that dementia care partners face. This edition focuses on the well-meaning “experts” you may encounter among your family and friends.
Coronavirus in San Diego County: Important updates
COVID-19 has largely impacted our world. We are tracking important news and regulations that directly affect the San Diego community, and will be continually updating this page.
Coronavirus: San Diego Community Resources
As organizations are adjusting to public health crisis, Alzheimer's San Diego is carefully tracking important local resources. Keep reading to find out about local grocery stores with modified hours for seniors, meal delivery, transportation, adult day care, and other vital social services.
Coronavirus: Tips for staying healthy as a dementia caregiver
The stress of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and social distancing can take a toll on your physical and mental health. Learn how to protect yourself – and your person – as a dementia care partner.
Dementia Caregiving & Coronavirus: 9 cognitively stimulating activities you can do at home
There are still fun activities you can do as a dementia care partner while practicing "social distancing". We’ve put together a guide of cognitively stimulating activities that you can do with your person from the safety of home.
Q&A: Coronavirus & dementia care
Older adults are already at risk of getting severely sick from coronavirus. Add Alzheimer's or another dementia into the equation, and things get even more complicated. Learn how you can protect your person – and yourself – as a care partner.
How to Create Your Own Fundraiser
Learn how to use your own passions – from baking to bowling – to create your own fundraiser for Alzheimer's San Diego!