logging in or signing up Alzheimer's Presentation Without Video AlzIndiana Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: Embed: Flash iPad Copy Does not support media & animations WordPress Embed Customize Embed URL: Copy Thumbnail: Copy The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 7 Category: Education License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: December 18, 2012 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description General overview of the Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter without videos. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript Greater Indiana Chapter800-272-3900 : Greater Indiana Chapter800-272-3900 Serving 73 counties across the state of Indiana, working to help the estimated 120,000 Hoosiers living with Alzheimer’s disease… Introduction : Introduction Personal Story Mission : Mission People + Science Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Vision : Vision A world without Alzheimer’s disease Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia : Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Alzheimer’s (AHLZ-high-merz) disease destroys brain cells Affects Memory Learning Judgments Communication Basic daily activities Dementia = umbrella term Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia Facts and Figures : Facts and Figures 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. More than 5 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s 15 Million Caregivers: - 70% Women Someone develops Alzheimer’s every 68 seconds Baby boomers are entering the age of greatest risk Affects 1 out of 8 over 65; 1 out of 2 over 85 Indiana : Indiana An estimated 120,000 Hoosiers have the disease Increase of 20% since 2000 326,151 unpaid caregivers 24/7 Helpline 1-800-272-3900 : 24/7 Helpline 1-800-272-3900 Greater Indiana Chapter receives 6,000 calls annually 250,000 calls nationwide Masters-level social workers and trained consultants take calls 24/7 Emotional support, care-planning information and referral 170 different languages Care Consultation and Support Groups : Care Consultation and Support Groups 15,000 caregivers and people in the early stage of the disease attend Indiana support groups 80 support group facilitators provide education at 65 support groups throughout the state One-on-one care consultations with a Masters-level social worker at no cost Consultations offered by phone, e-mail and in-person Education : Education Program Offerings: Know the 10 Signs The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease Living with Alzheimer's: -For People with Alzheimer's -For Caregivers -Early, Middle and Late Stages Early-Stage Social Programs Semi-Annual Caregiver Conferences Research : Research World's largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's disease research Exciting time for research Areas covered: -factors contributing to the disease -new treatment strategies -care for people with dementia -brain health and disease prevention TrialMatch -free, confidential, interactive online matching tool - volunteers needed Advocacy : Advocacy Increase investment in Alzheimer’s research Improve detection, diagnosis and care planning Develop a national and local strategic plan to address Alzheimer’s disease Cultivate relationships with elected officials on a state and national level Slide 13: Walk to End Alzheimer’s® The nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research Participate : Participate Chocolate Sunday Slide 15: You Can Make a Difference Walk Advocate Volunteer Slide 16: 24/7 Helpline 1-800-272-3900 www.alz.org/indiana You do not have the permission to view this presentation. In order to view it, please contact the author of the presentation.
Alzheimer's Presentation Without Video AlzIndiana Download Post to : URL : Related Presentations : Share Add to Flag Embed Email Send to Blogs and Networks Add to Channel Uploaded from authorPOINT lite Insert YouTube videos in PowerPont slides with aS Desktop Copy embed code: Embed: Flash iPad Copy Does not support media & animations WordPress Embed Customize Embed URL: Copy Thumbnail: Copy The presentation is successfully added In Your Favorites. Views: 7 Category: Education License: All Rights Reserved Like it (0) Dislike it (0) Added: December 18, 2012 This Presentation is Public Favorites: 0 Presentation Description General overview of the Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter without videos. Comments Posting comment... Premium member Presentation Transcript Greater Indiana Chapter800-272-3900 : Greater Indiana Chapter800-272-3900 Serving 73 counties across the state of Indiana, working to help the estimated 120,000 Hoosiers living with Alzheimer’s disease… Introduction : Introduction Personal Story Mission : Mission People + Science Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Vision : Vision A world without Alzheimer’s disease Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia : Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Alzheimer’s (AHLZ-high-merz) disease destroys brain cells Affects Memory Learning Judgments Communication Basic daily activities Dementia = umbrella term Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia Facts and Figures : Facts and Figures 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. More than 5 million Americans live with Alzheimer’s 15 Million Caregivers: - 70% Women Someone develops Alzheimer’s every 68 seconds Baby boomers are entering the age of greatest risk Affects 1 out of 8 over 65; 1 out of 2 over 85 Indiana : Indiana An estimated 120,000 Hoosiers have the disease Increase of 20% since 2000 326,151 unpaid caregivers 24/7 Helpline 1-800-272-3900 : 24/7 Helpline 1-800-272-3900 Greater Indiana Chapter receives 6,000 calls annually 250,000 calls nationwide Masters-level social workers and trained consultants take calls 24/7 Emotional support, care-planning information and referral 170 different languages Care Consultation and Support Groups : Care Consultation and Support Groups 15,000 caregivers and people in the early stage of the disease attend Indiana support groups 80 support group facilitators provide education at 65 support groups throughout the state One-on-one care consultations with a Masters-level social worker at no cost Consultations offered by phone, e-mail and in-person Education : Education Program Offerings: Know the 10 Signs The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer's Disease Living with Alzheimer's: -For People with Alzheimer's -For Caregivers -Early, Middle and Late Stages Early-Stage Social Programs Semi-Annual Caregiver Conferences Research : Research World's largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's disease research Exciting time for research Areas covered: -factors contributing to the disease -new treatment strategies -care for people with dementia -brain health and disease prevention TrialMatch -free, confidential, interactive online matching tool - volunteers needed Advocacy : Advocacy Increase investment in Alzheimer’s research Improve detection, diagnosis and care planning Develop a national and local strategic plan to address Alzheimer’s disease Cultivate relationships with elected officials on a state and national level Slide 13: Walk to End Alzheimer’s® The nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research Participate : Participate Chocolate Sunday Slide 15: You Can Make a Difference Walk Advocate Volunteer Slide 16: 24/7 Helpline 1-800-272-3900 www.alz.org/indiana