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News on Alzheimer's, Dementia, Mental Health
Alzheimer’s Association Launches New Web Tool to
Help Find Best Care Options
 June 14, 2006 - Millions of individuals affected by
Alzheimer’s disease are faced with the challenge of finding good care
for themselves or their loved ones. To support them, the Alzheimer’s
Association has developed a unique Web tool that helps individuals find
the right care options, from home and community-based care, to assisted
living and nursing home care.
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The Alzheimer’s Association CareFinder at
www.alz.org/carefinder, has a
special feature that allows individuals and families to input
personalized information, special needs, abilities and preferences, and
receive a customized summary report with care recommendations and
specific questions to ask potential care providers based on the profile.
Today, Alzheimer’s disease affects 4.5 million
people in the United States and as baby boomers age that number could
increase to as many as 16 million people by 2050. Seven out of 10 people
with Alzheimer’s disease live at home, cared for by family and friends.
Every day, 150,000 older Americans attend adult day care facilities – 50
percent of them have some form of cognitive impairment. More than half
of assisted living and nursing home residents in the U.S. have some form
of dementia.
“The good news is that there are more care options
available today but that also means that finding the right care options
can be daunting and very complicated,” said Dr. Laurel Coleman,
geriatric physician and Alzheimer’s Association national board member.
“The Alzheimer’s Association CareFinder, a first of its kind interactive
tool, empowers individuals and their families to find the care they need
and anticipate their care needs in the future.”
In addition to providing customized care
recommendations, the Alzheimer’s Association
CareFinder also provides
detailed information on a variety of issues surrounding care options,
including:
● Planning Ahead – A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s in
the early stages of the disease does not mean that a person cannot make
decisions so it is important that the individual participate in the
decision-making process as much as possible about their future care,
legal and financial planning.
● Care Options – Individuals with dementia have
unique care needs and there are many types of care available. The
CareFinder defines and outlines the types of care available, and informs
families so they can determine what care is needed for their loved ones.
● Coordinating Care – Caring for a loved one with
Alzheimer’s disease can involve several types of care providers from
physicians to in-home assistance to long-term care, such as assisted
living and nursing homes. The CareFinder offers advice on how families
can remain engaged in the care of their loved ones, communicate with
doctors and other care providers to address changing needs such as
moving a loved one to a long-term care residence.
● Support and Resources – Various support programs
are available to help people affected by Alzheimer’s disease. The
Alzheimer’s Association Helpline at 1.800.272.3900 is available 24/7.
The CareFinder includes Web links to other resources such as the
Eldercare Locator and National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys (NAELA).
About the Alzheimer’s Association:
The Alzheimer's Association, the world leader in Alzheimer research and
support, is the first and largest voluntary health organization
dedicated to finding prevention methods, treatments and an eventual cure
for Alzheimer’s. For more than 25 years, the donor-supported,
not-for-profit Alzheimer’s Association has provided reliable information
and care consultation; created supportive services for families;
increased funding for dementia research; and influenced public policy
changes.
The Alzheimer’s Association’s vision is a world
without Alzheimer’s and its dual mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s
disease through the advancement of research and to enhance care and
support for individuals, their families and caregivers.
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