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Cincinnati Area Alzheimer's Resources
Home Care by Black Stone cares for people with Alzheimer's and we see how difficult it can be for families to connect and find support when it comes to this debilitating disease. We want to help. Through our local contacts we have compiled various resources needed to help you understand how you can assist your loved one with Alzheimer's. Below are just a few of many local resources to aide you in understanding this disease, where to look for support and ways to encourage your loved one during this tough time.
Support Groups:*
The Cincinnati area has many great support groups for families and caregivers that have a loved one that has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. Click here for more area support groups.
| Spousal Support Group Twin Lakes at Montgomery, in the main building 9840 Montgomery Road Cincinnati, OH 45242 (Montgomery) 2nd Wednesday of the month, 3:00–4:30 p.m. --For spouses of persons diagnosed with dementia |
Early-Onset Support Group |
Partners in Prime (formerly known as Senior Citizens, Inc.) 140 Ross Avenue Hamilton, OH 2nd Thursday of the month, 1:00–2:30 p.m |
Structured Routines*
People with Alzheimer's often benefit from structured daily routines. Family, caregivers and others associated with a person with Alzheimer's can benefit from creating a daily plan. Consider the following things when creating a daily plan:
1. Person - Pay special attention to what the person enjoys and consider activities the person begins without direction.
2. Activity - Look for favorites and encourage involvement in daily life. Try to find activities that build on remaining skills.
3. Approach - Be flexible, don't force an activity that the person insists they do not want to do. You can always come back and try the activity later.
4. Place - Make sure you pick activities that will ensure the safety of your loved one. Minimize distractions that could possibly confuse them.
These and other great ideas can be found here and used as a tool in creating successful daily plans to keep your loved one happy.
Planning Activities
Below are links that can help you plan activities for your loved one with Alzheimer's
50 Activities for someone with Alzheimer's
Activities that require some planning but encourage daily activities
Daily activities to help the patient remember past activities that they enjoyed
This national group offers great resources for those currently diagnosed with Alzheimer's and the loved ones that care for them.
Cincinnati Local Chapter:
644 Linn Street, Suite 1026,
Cincinnati, OH 45203 Phone 513.721.4284
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participating in the 2010 Memory Walk.
For more information on how you can join the 2011 Memory Walk, click here.
Home Care by Black Stone can help put you at ease with our Assisted Care division. Whether it's a few hours a day or round the clock care, our quality trained professionals can help your loved one remain at home. Many Alzheimer's patients are physically healthy with the exception of their memory. Below is a list of many great resources that can help you and your family adjust during this period.
*These great resources were found via the Alzheimer's Association Website.
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