Beginning April 4th, families facing Alzheimer’s disease will have access to a free education course in Las Cruces, NM offered by the Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter.
“The Savvy Caregiver Program” is a FREE, seven session course presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, NM Chapter and will be held each Monday, beginning April 4th through May 16th, from 1:30pm – 3:30pm. The event will be held at the Alzheimer’s Association, NM Chapter Office on 125 Main Street Suite 103-104, Las Cruces, NM 88001. To register or for more information contact: Candace Thomas, 575-647-3868, cpthomas@alz.org
This evidence-based training aims to teach caregivers practical techniques for interacting with loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease, and for understanding and managing their behavior. It also imparts tools for long-term planning and for reducing stresses common to Alzheimer’s caregivers. The course explains the signs, impacts and pathology of Alzheimer’s disease.
Class size is limited and they do fill up quickly.
Participants may be reimbursed for the cost of having others tend to their loved one while they attend the classes.
Dementia affects not only the person living with it, but the family members and friends of that person as well. Having the best information and advice from our experts can help the caregivers provide the best care and support for their loved one.
The impact of Alzheimer’s disease is devastating. It is the 6th leading cause of death in the US, with 5.3 Americans currently afflicted with the disease. Sixteen million people are expected to have the disease by 2050. By 2050, the cost for care is projected to reach $1.1 Trillion
Someone in USA develops Alzheimer’s disease every 67 seconds. By 2050,that number is expected to rise to every 33 seconds. Currently, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease.
In our own state, 36,000 New Mexicans are suffering from Alzheimer’s. They are cared for by 106,000 unpaid caregivers, many of whom are members of their own families. The Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter offers free classes to caregivers and families facing the disease. Call 1-800-272-3900for more information.
About the Alzheimer’s Association®
The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research, to provide and enhance care and support for all affected, and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Visit www.alz.org or call 800.272.3900.