Creating Dementia-Capable Systems for Idaho
This project focuses on enhancing the quality of life for persons with dementia and their caregivers. The project strengthens dementia capability for service providers, public, family caregivers, and education programs.
To find specific information and resources about Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias contact your local Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.
- For Southern Idaho, contact the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Idaho Chapter: 208-206-0041
- For Northern Idaho, contact the Alzheimer’s Association, Washington: 208-666-2996 Ext. 8314 or 208-651-8897
- For 24/7 assistance from the Alzheimer’s Association, call the Helpline at 800-272-3900
- See Alzheimer’s Foundation of America or call the Helpline at 866-232-8484
- Find local guidance here: https://Healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/health-wellness/diseases-conditions/alzheimers-disease-and-related-dementias
As a caregiver, we sometimes find that we need a break from caregiving. To learn more about respite services contact a local Area Agency on Aging.
We can use the area map below to find the nearest provider or referral agency. Also to the right, “Quick Tips” and “Resources” are available to better assist us with finding reliable information and supports.
Learn about Advance Care Planning (ACP) from Idaho Healthcare Directive Registry– it’s how we care for each other.
It is a process of thinking about and sharing our wishes for future medical care and can help us tell others what would be important if we were unable to communicate.
- Complete Care Plan Form
- Next Steps After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
- Idaho’s Workbook for Family Caregiver’s Navigating Dementia
- Idaho’s Workbook for Family Caregiver’s Navigating Dementia (downloadable)
- Idaho Healthcare Directive Registry –Being a Healthcare Agent for a Person with Dementia
Training for people who work and interact with persons with dementia:
Free online training through ICOA’s Aging Education Gateway (see below) for direct care workers, family caregivers and others working directly with people with dementia: six (6) core courses and five (5) advanced courses
Alzheimer’s and Related Dementia Training Curriculum for health care providers and caregivers
Care Education/Dementia Society of America
National Institute on Aging–Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Dementias
National Institute on Aging–Alzheimer’s Caregiving
Oral Health & Memory Disorders: A Comprehensive Guide for Caregivers
Lewy Body Dementia Association
Crisis Support-Megellan of Idaho (988 Crisis hotline)
Alzheimer’s and the Eyes – Connections and Screenings
State’s Response to Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias, December 2020
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