- Dawn RN, BS, Parish Nurse available for Prayer and Resource Information. Email me with specific questions or information requests:dawn.rompel@saints.org
Even as her memories faded
with Dementia, her beauty remained radiant in her smiles, sharing the love of Jesus each new day she was given!
May God's Word
fill your hearts
with joy in
every situation!
with Dementia, her beauty remained radiant in her smiles, sharing the love of Jesus each new day she was given!
May God's Word
fill your hearts
with joy in
every situation!
Alzheimer's Association: Support Groups & Classes for caregivers & clients
All classes are free, but registration is required. To register for a class, call 800-272-3900. For classes both for patient and caregivers, caregiver education, support, and assistance, please visit the website at www.alz.org/oregon. (Direct links offered below for specific classes)
Remember: To get services and support 24/7, you can call our Helpline at 800-272-3900 (I know from experience how valuable this resource can be!)
All classes are free, but registration is required. To register for a class, call 800-272-3900. For classes both for patient and caregivers, caregiver education, support, and assistance, please visit the website at www.alz.org/oregon. (Direct links offered below for specific classes)
Remember: To get services and support 24/7, you can call our Helpline at 800-272-3900 (I know from experience how valuable this resource can be!)
One of my favorite Hymns written long ago by Edward Mote...Pray that Jesus will be your Hope and Solid Rock through this often difficult and frustrating journey of life....
“My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus blood and righteousness; I dare not trust the sweetest frame, But wholly lean on Jesus’ name. On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand; all other ground is sinking sand. When darkness veils His lovely face, I rest on His unchanging grace; In every high and stormy gale my anchor holds within the veil. On Christ the solid rock I stand; All other ground is sinking sand. His oath, His covenant, and blood support me in the whelming flood; When every earthly prop gives way, He then is all my Hope and Stay. On Christ, the solid rock I stand; All other ground is sinking sand. When He shall come with trumpet sound, Oh, may I then in Him be found, clothed in His righteousness alone, faultless to stand before the throne. On Christ, the solid Rock I stand; All other ground is sinking sand.”
“My hope is built on nothing less than Jesus blood and righteousness; I dare not trust the sweetest frame, But wholly lean on Jesus’ name. On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand; all other ground is sinking sand. When darkness veils His lovely face, I rest on His unchanging grace; In every high and stormy gale my anchor holds within the veil. On Christ the solid rock I stand; All other ground is sinking sand. His oath, His covenant, and blood support me in the whelming flood; When every earthly prop gives way, He then is all my Hope and Stay. On Christ, the solid rock I stand; All other ground is sinking sand. When He shall come with trumpet sound, Oh, may I then in Him be found, clothed in His righteousness alone, faultless to stand before the throne. On Christ, the solid Rock I stand; All other ground is sinking sand.”
Alzheimer's Disease Education & Referral (ADEAR) Center... 1 800 438 4380 www.nia.nih.gov/alzheimers (website for assist with Alzheimer's and Other Dementias.) It is valuable to note, that Dementia in any form IS NOT a normal aging process! There are several types of Dementia now.
One of the Best easy-to-use guides I have ever seen, used and shared:Caring for a Person with Alzheimers Disease:your-easy-to-use-guide https://order.nia.nih.gov/view-all-alzhemer-pubs Available in PDF online or order hard copy. Many other specific informational assists for the many frustrating situations are available.
One of the Best easy-to-use guides I have ever seen, used and shared:Caring for a Person with Alzheimers Disease:your-easy-to-use-guide https://order.nia.nih.gov/view-all-alzhemer-pubs Available in PDF online or order hard copy. Many other specific informational assists for the many frustrating situations are available.
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My prayer is that you are able to reach your loved one. Try Music, one of the gifts our Lord gives us on this earth. Please attempt this connection with the music that your loved one so enjoyed before they drifted into their own space. Many times, I have been able to reach in and bring them back with the joy and love of Music. (photo from Gibfoto-used with permission)
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"The Best Friends Approach to Alzheimer's Care" is a helpful book given to me by a long time AD caregiver, the best I have ever worked with. Written by Virginia Bell & David Troxel...
A valuable website for finding a quality Caregivers for your precious loved one.... www.care.com. They also will assist with child care, pet care and Housekeeping.
The holiday season can be an especially challenging time of year for individuals living with Alzheimer's and other Dementias as well as their caregivers. We truly believe that no one should face this disease alone and can provide additional resources this month:
- The Holidays and Alzheimer’s During COVID-19 Link has many helpful Tips!
- Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline
Alzheimer's Association Classes & Support Groups - Available Virtually... Links to Register & Connect!
- I Have Alzheimer’s website (alz.org/IHaveAlz) — an online resource created with input from individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementias that offers information and strategies to help those living in the early stage of the disease lead their best life for as long as possible.
- Alzheimer’s & Dementia Caregiver Center (alz.org/care) — a resource for caregivers, family and friends that provides reliable information and access to helpful online tools, including:
- ALZConnected® (alzconnected.org) — an online community for people with dementia, caregivers, family and friends.
- Alzheimer’s Navigator® (alz.org/alzheimersnavigator) — an innovative tool for creating a customized plan of action for life with Alzheimer’s.
- Community Resource Finder (alz.org/CRF) — a tool for finding local resources, programs and support. (Classes and Support Groups)
Dementia Support Groups:
Please call 1 800 272 3900 for 24/7 Support)
Telephone caregiver support group:The Alzheimer's Association provides a telephone caregiver support group for caregivers and individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The purpose is to reach those caregivers who could benefit from a support group, yet find it difficult to travel to a meeting site.
Please call 1 800 272 3900 for 24/7 Support)
Telephone caregiver support group:The Alzheimer's Association provides a telephone caregiver support group for caregivers and individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The purpose is to reach those caregivers who could benefit from a support group, yet find it difficult to travel to a meeting site.
- The meeting is the 3rd Thursday of every month,
- from 1 to 2 p.m. The group is designed to:
- Provide emotional, educational, and social support for caregivers through regularly scheduled meetings
- Help participants develop methods and skills to solve problems
- Encourage caregivers to maintain their own personal, physical, and emotional health
Direct Link for Local 97701 Support Groups (Although remember groups are virtual, so can connect from anywhere) If it still works!
Direct Link for Alzheimer's Education Programs-Virtually If it still works!
Direct Link for Alzheimer's Education Programs-Virtually If it still works!
Training and Education Center - Online. The Association offers a number of Alzheimer's and dementia courses available online, 24 hours a day. You can look at the course titles for more information, or use the search filters to find courses you are interested in. http://training.alz.org/home
Alzheimer's Association Central Oregon Office (Closed for now, connect by email below)
777 NW Wall St., Suite 104
Bend, OR 97701
Kaitlyn Bertholet | Central Oregon Regional Coordinator | Alzheimer's Association, Oregon Chapter |
office: 541.317.3977 | kmbertholet@alz.org | www.alz.org/oregon | 24/7 Information Helpline: 800.272.3900 (PLEASE USE THIS NUMBER)
777 NW Wall St., Suite 104
Bend, OR 97701
Kaitlyn Bertholet | Central Oregon Regional Coordinator | Alzheimer's Association, Oregon Chapter |
office: 541.317.3977 | kmbertholet@alz.org | www.alz.org/oregon | 24/7 Information Helpline: 800.272.3900 (PLEASE USE THIS NUMBER)
"Joy-spirations for Caregivers" by Annetta Dellinger & Karen Boerger Illustrated by George L. Richardson (Dialogues with God of Hope and Encouragement) is a wonderful book to assist you in your journey. I have copies to share locally if you connect with me - Facebook or email above.
