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With as many as 20% of all individuals in the U.S. living alone with dementia, it's more important than ever to address the urgent need for support. https://lnkd.in/gzhDMEp2 People with dementia who live alone need additional support. If you, or someone you know, lives alone with dementia, join us: The Living Alone and Connected community. Living Alone and Connected is an online community that offers valuable resources, expert-led discussions, and virtual events to individuals living alone with dementia. https://lnkd.in/gFzZq-sH If you are a friend or ally of someone living alone with dementia, join the Support PLAWD (People Living Alone with Dementia) Facebook page. Here you'll find resources on: Home safety, Food resources, Hospitalization prevention and preparedness, Financial management, Social isolation prevention & more! https://lnkd.in/gduedp2f

Wine, Women, & Dementia film will be premiering on PBS for National Family Caregivers Month beginning Saturday, November 2nd on PBS Online, the PBS App, and your local public broadcasting stations. Check out the trailer here: https://lnkd.in/egKt3tvF

Do you know someone who has dementia & lives alone? Individuals living alone with dementia need support and allyship. Support PLAWD (People Living Alone with Dementia) is a new Facebook community for friends and allies of people living alone with dementia. Here you'll find ideas and inspiration to best support PLAWD. SUPPORT PLAWD offers resources on: Home safety Dementia-friendly technology Hospitalization prevention and preparedness Food resources Financial management Social isolation prevention Join Support PLAWD today! https://lnkd.in/gcGAyF8R

The Global BHP BrainTrust and the FINGERS Brain Health Institute, led by Dr. Miia Kivipelto as a hub for FINGERS research scientific coordination worldwide in 68 countries, announced FINGERS Plus for Women, an initiative aimed at: Harnessing key findings from the FINGER study to raise awareness and explore innovative avenues for dementia prevention in women, across their lifespan, through tailored research and intervention programs. The intervention programs offer women who face a higher genetic and biological predisposition targeted lifestyle interventions to reduce dementia risk. https://fbhi.se/

The President just signed the NAPA Reauthorization Act and the Alzheimer's Accountability and Investment Act into law. This marks a historic milestone for the Alzheimer’s community and strengthens our nation’s commitment to defeating this devastating disease. These new laws effectively renew the National Alzheimer's Plan. This is a huge win for families across the country and will bring lasting progress in the fight against Alzheimer’s. https://lnkd.in/gdU3qUCN

United Nations International Day of Older Persons (UNIDOP) is celebrated each year on October 1. This international day recognizes the opportunities and challenges of population aging and promotes the development of a society for all ages. The theme for the 34th annual celebration is “Ageing with Dignity: The Importance of Strengthening Care and Support Systems for Older Persons Worldwide” and will emphasize the importance of protecting the human rights of both caregivers and care recipients, promote person-centered approaches to care, and for the right to make decisions about their care and quality of life. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/ddqbjVC

Preventing Falls, Improving Health: A Falls Prevention Awareness Week: This week is Falls Prevention Awareness Week, an observance created by the Administration for Community Living's National Falls Prevention Resource Center to raise awareness of falls and inspire action to prevent them. The importance of preventing falls among older adults and people with disabilities cannot be overstated. Fall-related injuries are a significant threat to health and independence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in four older Americans falls each year. The good news is that we can reduce risk. Learn from the experts on how to reduce fall risk here: https://lnkd.in/emsEAuN8 https://bit.ly/3TL2DYm

Alzheimer's Disease International just launched their World Alzheimer’s Report 2024 ‘Global changes in attitudes to dementia’. This year’s report features a blend of insightful essays, real-life case studies, and impactful research findings. The report also sheds light on how knowledge, perceptions, and behaviors towards dementia have changed over the past five years. Make sure to download your free copy to stay up to date with the latest research and conversations on the topic of attitudes to dementia. Download the report here: https://lnkd.in/gmNHrZN8

Support PLAWD (People Living Alone with Dementia) is a valuable resource for friends and allies of individuals with dementia living alone. Whether you're a family member, friend, neighbor, or caregiver, this Facebook page is for you. Here you'll find ideas and inspiration to best support PLAWD. PLAWD make up as many as 20% of all persons in US. Follow the page here: https://lnkd.in/gcGAyF8R

Calling all Alzheimer's caregivers! Alzheimer's families know that hospitalization is one of the greatest challenges for dementia patients. Hospitalization can be difficult to navigate and can come with serious risks. With the right tools, a hospital stay does not have to be daunting. Join our free online 'Thoughtful Hospitalization' workshop to learn how to avoid unnecessary hospital visits, safely navigate unexpected and planned hospital visits, and prepare for transitions in care. Participants receive a hospital "go bag", handouts, and access to the recording. The workshops are available at multiple times this summer. RSVP here: https://lnkd.in/gfdmjDHy #Alzheimers #Caregivers #DementiaCare #Workshop #Hospitalization