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Dementia Care Resources and Support
721 Oxford Avenue, Room 1130, Eau Claire WI 54703 715‐839‐4735 • 888‐338‐4636 • y: use Relay (711) adrc@co.eau‐claire.wi.us • www.eauclaireadrc.org
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April 2015
Serving adults 60 and older, adults with disabili es, their families and caregivers and professionals. Elder Benefit Specialist and Disability Benefit Specialist assist with public and private benefits such as
Medicare, Medicaid, Social Security, SSI, SSDI, Supplemental Insurance, prescrip on drug coverage
• Eligibility determina on for publicly funded long term care • Family Caregiver Support: Informa on, support and assistance for family caregivers, support group, in‐home fall preven on program, adap ve equipment
• Demen a Care Specialist ‐ Memory screens, demen a friendly communi es, Memory Care Connec ons, LEEPS, training, caregiver support
• Informa on and Assistance
• Long Term Care op ons counseling
• Meals on Wheels: Available Monday through Friday throughout Eau Claire County to homebound individuals
• Ensure Plus: Available at the Resource Center, Augusta Senior Center or can be delivered (within Eau Claire County)
• Senior Dining: Hot, nutri ous meals served in a group se ng
• Volunteer Opportuni es: Meals on Wheels drivers, assessors and at Senior Dining Sites
Wellness and Preven on Programs; Caregiving Classes, Living Well Chronic Disease Self‐Management Program, Memory Screening, Healthy Ea ng for Successful Living, Strong Women Strong Bones, Stepping On Fall Preven on
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Demen a is not a specific disease, rather an umbrella term that describes a wide range of symptoms associated with a decline in memory or other thinking skills severe enough to reduce a person’s ability to perform everyday ac vi es. There are many condi ons that can cause demen a. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of demen a accoun ng for 60 to 80 percent of cases.
What is a Dementia Friendly Community? In an effort to help people with Alzheimer’s disease and related demen as feel included, safe, and understood in their community, ci es and towns throughout the United States are transi oning to Demen a Friendly Communi es. Eau Claire County has made a commitment to understand, respect, empower, and support the unique needs of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related demen as. A Demen a Friendly Community is: A Demen a Friendly Community is one that has trained its businesses, churches, and organiza ons to see through the eyes of a person with demen a. Several establishments in Eau Claire County have become Demen a Friendly. For more Informa on, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715‐839‐4735.
What is Dementia?
Alzheimer’s Disease
Vascular Demen a
Other Demen as Mixed Demen as
Lewy Body Demen a
Fronto‐temporal Demen a
Source: www.alz.org
Dementia
Signs and Symptoms Memory loss that disrupts daily life Challenges in planning or solving problems Difficulty comple ng familiar tasks
at home, work or at leisure Confusion with me or place Trouble understanding visual images
and spa al rela onships New problems with words in speaking
and wri ng Misplacing things and losing the ability
to retrace steps Decreased or poor judgment Withdrawal from work or social
ac vi es
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Contents
Adap ve Equipment……………………………………… . …… ..................................... ....... 5
Adult Day Services .................................................. ............................................. 5
Adult Protec ve Services…………………………………………………………………………….…….5
Aging & Disability Resource Center ........................ ............................................. 5
A er the Diagnosis ................................................. ........................................... 13
Alzheimer’s Associa on .......................................... ............................................. 5
Annual Educa on Events ........................................ ............................................. 5
Caregiver Educa onal Class .................................... ............................................. 6
Caregiver Programs ................................................ ............................................. 6
Demen a Care Specialist ........................................ ............................................. 7
Elder Law A orneys ................................................ ............................................. 7
Guardianship .......................................................... ............................................. 7
Home Care Services ................................................ ............................................. 7
Language Enriched Exercise Plus Socializa on (LEEPS) ....................................... 8
Loca on Devices ..................................................... ............................................. 8
Memory Café .......................................................... ............................................. 9
Memory Care Assisted Living Facili es ................... ............................................. 9
Memory Care Clinics ............................................... ........................................... 10
Memory Screenings ................................................ ........................................... 10
Power of A orney................................................... ...................................... 10‐11
Support Groups ...................................................... ........................................... 11
Transporta on………………………………………………………………………………………………..17
Virtual Demen a Tour ............................................ ........................................... 12
What is Demen a? ................................................. ............................................. 3
Websites ................................................................. ........................................... 12
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Adaptive Equipment Aging & Disability Resource Center Adap ve equipment loan program, 721 Oxford Avenue, Room 1130, Eau Claire, WI 54703 715‐839‐4735, www.eauclaireadrc.org Best Alzheimer’s Products Ideas and sugges ons for ac vi es and entertainment that reduce agita on, aid sleep, and o en allow for a reduc on in medica on, www.best‐alzheimers‐products.com E-Pill Medication Management Devices Easy‐to‐use locked automa c pill dispenser for home use www.epill.com The Alzheimer’s Store A wide range of Alzheimer’s products for comfort and security www.alzstore.com
Adult Day Services Grace Adult Day Services 2441 New Pine Drive, Altoona, 715‐832‐8811 graceluthfound.com
Adult Protective Services Eau Claire County Department of Human Services 715‐839‐7118. Every county has an elder adults‐at‐risk (also known as elder abuse) agency that will look into reported incidents of abuse, neglect, financial exploita on and self neglect.
Alzheimer’s Association The Alzheimer’s Associa on works on a global, na onal, and local level to enhance care and support for all those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related demen as as well as their caregivers. 404 1/2 N. Bridge Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 715‐720‐7611, www.alz.org/gwwi
24/7 Helpline Services and support 24/7, 1‐800‐272‐3900 Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s Event (September) Carson Park, 715‐720‐7611
Annual Education Events Alzheimer’s Association Fall Conference (November) Florian Gardens, 715‐720‐7611 Azura Memory Care Conference (May) Florian Gardens, 715‐832‐6696
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Caring for the Caregiver: Humor, Wellness and Stress Reduction (May) Sacred Heart Hospital, 715‐717‐1600 Caregiver Resource Fair and Town Hall Meeting (November) Calvary Bap st Church, 715‐839‐4735 Friday Facts: Best Care Chats (Brain Health) (April ‐ July) Dove Healthcare‐West Community Room, 715‐839‐4735 It’s Your Day: Augusta Caregiver Conference (October) First Bap st Church Fellowship Hall, Augusta, 715‐839‐4735 Memory Loss: Empowering Communities through Early Detection (October) Clarion Inn, 715‐839‐4735 Senior Americans Day (June) UW‐EC Davies Center, 715‐836‐3636
Caregiver Educational Class Powerful Tools for Caregiving Six‐week workshop that teaches family caregivers how to take be er care of themselves while caring for a loved one. Classes offered in a variety of se ngs throughout the year. For next available classes, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715‐839‐4735
Caregiver Programs Alzheimer’s Family Caregiver Support Program (AFCSP) Funds for AFCSP are made available in each county to assist individuals to purchase services and goods related to caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or related demen a. Eligibility includes a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or related demen a and an annual income of $40,000 or less. Memory Care Connections (MCC) A program for family caregivers caring for a loved one with demen a in the home. Memory Care Connec ons has been shown to reduce caregiver stress and increase family support, as well as delay the need for nursing home care. National Family Caregiver Support Program (NFCSP) Limited funds available to provide short‐term and temporary respite breaks for the family caregiver and supplemental services such as adap ve equipment, home medical supplies, etc.
For more information, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715-839-4735
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Dementia Care Specialist The Demen a Care Specialist (DCS) plays a variety of roles in promo ng community awareness and access to services for people with demen a and their family caregivers. They also consult with law enforcement, Adult Protec ve Services (APS), and others who need informa on regarding demen a‐related issues. For more informa on, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715‐839‐4735.
Elder Law Attorneys Elder law a orneys specialize in providing legal services for older adults such as advance health care direc ves, powers of a orney, guardianship, living wills, trusts, planning for long‐term care, Medicaid planning, resident rights in long‐term care facili es, and estate, income and gi tax ma ers. Elder Law A orneys Grosskopf Law Office, 715‐836‐6196 Ruderware Law Office, 715‐834‐3425 Mary Beth Gardener, 715‐832‐4444 Pendergast Law Office, 715‐835‐8895 Eau Claire County Bar Associa on Free Legal Clinic, third Wednesday of each month. The Clinic is provided for people with basic legal issues to consult with a local a orney: 6:30‐8:00 pm, L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire Street, Eau Claire.
Guardianship A guardianship ac on for an incompetent is used to appoint someone to make medical and/or financial decisions for the incompetent person. Guardianship packets are available in Register in Probate. Once completed and turned into Register in Probate, a hearing is scheduled and a Guardian Ad Litem is assigned and costs approximately $70 per hour for an assessment. A protec ve placement ac on is necessary when an incompetent individual meets the standards for placement/services. This is done through Adult Protec ve Services at the Department of Health Services. Although the law allows for individuals to pe on the court without an a orney, hiring an a orney is highly recommended. For more informa on, contact: WI Guardianship Support Center, 855‐409‐9410, www.gwaar.org/for‐seniors‐and‐families/
elder‐law‐and‐advocacy‐center/wisconsin‐guardianship‐support‐center.html
Wisconsin Department of Health Services www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/clientrights/guardianship.htm
Home Care Services For a complete lis ng of suppor ve/non‐medical and medical in‐home services and costs, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715‐839‐4735, www.eauclaireadrc.org
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Language Enriched Exercise Plus Socialization (LEEPS) An exercise, language and social ou ng program for people with memory loss and early Alzheimer’s disease and related demen as. There is no cost to par cipate in LEEPS. For more informa on, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715‐839‐4735.
Location Devices It is common for people with Demen a to wander. Changes in the brain can cause confusion even in familiar places. There are a variety of devices available. These tools follow a person’s movements and help iden fy their loca on. No device or system can guarantee that a person with demen a will not get lost or that they will be found. For informa on on wandering, visit the Alzheimer’s Associa on website, www.alz.org.
Bluewater Security www.bluewatersecurityprofessionals.com
Comfort Zone Check In www.alz.org/comfortzone
GPS Shoe www.gpsshoe.com
GPS Smart Sole www.gpssmartsole.com
PocketFinder www.pocke inder.com Pocket Personal Finder GPS Locator Available at most Walmart Stores Revolu onary Tracker www.revolu onarytracker.com Safe Link GPS Tracking www.safelinkgps.com Silver Alert www.wisconsincrimealert.gov Silver Alert is a plan to help local law enforcement in the rescue of missing persons who have cogni ve Impairment such as Alzheimer’s disease or related demen a. Silver Alerts are broadcast to the public on roadways, email and text messages.
Brochures
literature
books
on a variety of topics are available at
The Aging & Disability Resource Center
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Memory Café The Eau Claire Memory Café offers a comfortable way for people with memory problems, Mild Cogni ve Impairment, early to moderate Alzheimer’s or other types of demen a and their caregivers to have fun and socialize with others. Contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715‐839‐4735, www.eauclaireadrc.org 2nd Tuesday of the month, 9:30 ‐ 11:30 am, Chippewa Valley Museum‐Carson Park, Eau Claire
Memory Care Assisted Living Facilities Azura Memory Care, 3712 Damon Street, Eau Claire 715‐832‐6696 www.azuramemory.com Care Partners/Country Terrace, 2306 Frank Street, Eau Claire 715‐835‐6656 www.carepartners‐countryterrace.com Care Partners/Country Terrace, 3337 Birch Street, Eau Claire 715‐308‐6718 Grace Edgewood, 2512 Spooner Avenue, Altoona 715‐832‐5813 www.graceluthfound.com/index.cfm.html Grace Woodlands, 3214 Gala Street, Eau Claire 715‐831‐8100 www.graceluthfound.com/index.cfm.html Heritage Court Memory Care, 3523 E. Hamilton Avenue, Eau Claire 715‐829‐8000 h p://heritagesenior.com/memory‐eau‐claire/summary.php Lake Hallie Memory Care, 4406 124th Street, Chippewa Falls 715‐738‐0011 www.lakehalliememorycare.com Milestone Memory Care Residence, 5510 Renee Drive, Eau Claire 715‐495‐5250 www.milestoneseniorliving.com Our House Senior Living, 733 W. Hamilton Avenue, Eau Claire 715‐832‐3970 h p://ourhousesl.com/services/memory‐care/eau‐claire‐memory‐care The Glen Place at Heatherwood, 4510 Gateway Drive, Eau Claire 715‐552‐5511 h p://heatherwood‐ec.com/memory‐care Chippewa Valley Assisted Living Associa on (CVALA). Resources to help in deciding what type of assisted living facility is right for you. www.chipppewavalleyassistedliving.com Assisted Living Facility checklist. A list to gather informa on about facili es you visit. www.dhs.wisconsin.gov/publica ons/p6/p60579.pdf
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Research suggests that moderate physical activity can:
Improve blood flow in the brain Maximize the brain’s use of
oxygen Help to prevent death of brain
cells Increase the size of brain areas
responsible for memory Improve memory and thinking
Memory Care Clinics Memory Care Clinics are well‐informed in the diagnosis and treatment of demen a and seek to assess and diagnose demen a, facilitate and enhance medical and behavioral interven ons, maintain or improve current func oning, and involve caregivers and family. Marshfield Clinic 3501 Golf Road, Eau Claire 866‐333‐1996 or 715‐858‐4444 Mayo Clinic Health System 1400 Bellinger Street, Eau Claire 888‐838‐4777 or 715‐838‐1900 UW‐Health Eau Claire Family Medicine 617 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire 888‐703‐2778 or 715‐839‐5175
Memory Screenings A free wellness tool that helps iden fy possible changes in memory and cogni on. Contact Aging & Disability Resource Center, 715‐839‐4735.
Power of Attorney What is a Power of Attorney for Health Care (POA-HC)? A document that authorizes another person (called the “agent”, for example a mother) to make health care decisions for the person execu ng the document (called the “principal,” for example a daughter), consistent with the terms of the document and based on the wishes of the principle, effec ve when the principal is unable to make health care decisions. It can include, but need not, a statement of wishes regarding future care. It is essen al that principals talk to their agents about their wishes. POA‐HC forms are available at the Aging & Disability Resource Center.
How does my POA-HC become effective or activated? For a POA‐HC to become ac vated, the agent must be determined “incapacitated.” Incapacity is determined by two doctors or one doctor and a licensed psychologist that an individual is “unable to receive and evaluate informa on effec vely or to communicate decisions to such an extent that the individual lacks the capacity to manage his or her health care decisions.” The cer fica on of incapacity must be a ached to the POA‐HC document. Sec on 155.01 (8) of Wisconsin Statutes
If an individual remains able to make their own health care decisions, the agent’s authority to make health care decisions is not effec ve.
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What is a Power of Attorney for Finance (POA-F)? Power of A orney for Finances is a document that you (the “principal”) complete and sign, naming another individual (the “agent”) to manage your finances. You determine the money you want the agent to have authority over, as well as the authority you want the agent to have. This document does not give your agent the power to make medical, long‐term care or other health care decisions for you.
The agent’s authority takes effect immediately a er you execute the document unless you expressly indicate otherwise. You retain the legal right to handle all of your finances as long as you are willing and able. Essen ally, you and/or your agent have authority to make decisions about your finances.
If you do not complete a POA‐F but later become incapacitated, there may not be anyone with legal authority to make necessary decisions and complete the necessary transac ons for you (paying bills, selling real estate, closing bank accounts, filing tax returns, etc.). Informa on and forms are availa‐ble at www.gwaar.org under WI Guardianship Support Center or 1‐855‐409‐9410.
Without a POA‐HC or POA‐F, it may be necessary for your family or others to ask the court to appoint a Guardian of the Person and Guardian of the Estate. This process can be costly,
me‐consuming, cumbersome and emo onally draining.
Support Groups Alzheimer’s/Demen a Lake Street Methodist Church, 337 Lake Street, Eau Claire Last Thursday of the month, 1:30 ‐ 3:30 pm, Paula Gibson, 715‐491‐0880 Alzheimer’s/Demen a Grace Adult Day Services, 2441 New Pine Drive, Altoona Third Thursday of the month, 6:30 ‐ 8:00 pm, Bethany Jacobson‐Flieger, 715‐832‐8811 Family Caregiver Call‐In 2nd Tuesday of the month, 1:00 ‐ 2:30 pm. Call to reserve a spot on the call‐in. Kathy Ford, 800‐472‐8008 Lewy Body Demen a Sacred Heart Hospital, Conference Room 15, 900 W. Clairemont Avenue, Eau Claire 2nd Wednesday of the month, 6:30 ‐ 8:00 pm, Amy Lokken, 715‐379‐3148
Transportation For a complete list of transporta on op ons, contact the Aging & Disability Resource Center at 715‐839‐4735 or www.eauclaireadrc.org.
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Virtual Dementia Tour Virtual Demen a Tour is a no cost, 30 minute interac ve learning experience designed to help those caring for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or related demen a. Home Instead Senior Care, 715‐552‐8040, www.homeinstead.com/251/alzheimer/Pages VirtualDemen aTour.aspx
Websites About Alzheimer’s h p://alzheimers.about.com Alzheimer’s Associa on www.alz.org h p://blog.alz.org Alzheimer’s Disease Educa on and Referral Center (ADEAR) www.nia.nih.gov/Alzheimers Alzheimer’s Founda on of America www.alzfdn.org Alzheimer’s Reading Room www.alzheimersreadingroom.com Caregiving with Purpose h p://caregivingwithpurpose.com/category/alzheimers
Na onal Ins tutes of Health ‐ Alzheimer’s Disease h p://nihseniorhealth.gov/alzheimersdisease.toc.html Chippewa Valley Assisted Living Associa on www.chippewavalleyassistedliving.com Chippewa Valley Family Caregiving Alliance www.chippewavalleycaregiving.org Home Instead Senior Care www.helpforalzheimersfamilies.com Teepa Snow, Demen a Expert www.teepasnow.com Us Against Alzheimer’s www.usagainstalzheimers.org Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Ins tute www.wai.wisc.edu
Benefits of Eating Healthy
Gives you more energy
Helps control or avoid high blood pressure, diabetes, and other conditions
Keeps you looking and feeling your best
Adds “spice” to your life...literally!
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After the Diagnosis: Living Well with Dementia
Partner with your doctor and learn more about what type of demen a you have, medica ons, ask ques ons, gather informa on, etc.
Learn all you can about the disease and what to expect now and into your future
Talk to others about how you are feeling (pastor, counselor, social worker, family, friends, etc.)
Work with your family and/or an a orney to review or create a power of a orney for healthcare and finance
Learn about op ons and resources available in the community
Work with your family to create a plan of care for future care needs
Exercise regularly
Eat healthy
Join a support group and/or a memory café
Learn how you can con nue to live safely in your home
Learn about safe driving ps. Visit www.alz.org/driving
Knowledge is power...know your op ons! For more ideas on living well with Demen a, visit the following websites or pick up a copy of the workbooks at the Aging & Disability Resource Center.
www.actonalz.org/pdf/Living‐Well.pdf www.actonalz.org/pdf/Taking‐Ac on.pdf Demen a is not a specific disease, rather an umbrella term that describes a wide range of symptoms associ‐ated with a decline in memory or other thinking skills severe enough to reduce a person’s ability to perform everyday ac vi es. There are many condi ons that can cause demen a. Alzheimer’s disease is the most
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