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Alzheimer's Demonstration Project |
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A Systems Change Project The Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York and the Fulton County Office for Aging are partnering on a federal grant aimed at improving access to care for individuals and families living with Alzheimer's disease. The alliance is one of only 20 county- agency proposals in the United States to receive the three- year, $170,000 grant, awarded by the Department of Health and Human Services' Administration on Aging. Fulton County has been at the forefront of a Point of Entry System with its already established Central Assessment Program. Consistent with a "one stop shop", Single Point of Entry provides access to community agencies which provide services to maintain individuals in their homes. The grant's mission is to assist individuals with Alzheimer's disease to function both in the home and in the community. The Alzheimer's Association will be providing free training on caregiving for families dealing with the disease. Training for professional healthcare workers in Fulton County will also be provided in order to develop a dementia capable workforce. Services such as homecare and day programs will also be available for individuals with dementia. Alzheimer's staff will be available weekly at Fulton County Central Assessment and Placement located at 4 Daisy Lane in Johnstown, NY. Alzheimer's Disease Alzheimer's disease and other related dementias are neurological disorders that affect over four million Americans nationwide. Those who are afflicted experience impaired memory, thinking, and communication. In many cases, these conditions leave individuals totally unable to care for themselves and eventually leads to death. Alzheimer's disease is the 4th leading cause of death in adults and currently ranks as the third most expensive illness in the United States. It is important to acknowledge that this disease also affects the families of persons afflicted. The emotional, social, and financial costs of caregiving can be overwhelming. We are here to help. Family Support The task of caregiving for someone with Alzheimer's disease may become stressful and overwhelming. Monthly support groups for families are held throughout our service area. Here families will find people who know about the fear, exhaustion, and even the anger that you sometimes feel when you have a loved one afflicted with the disease. For a listing of our support groups in the 17 counties that we cover, please contact Peggy Reidy at 518.438.2217 ext 203 or email peggy.reidy@alz.org Central Assessment and Placement of Fulton County Who Can CAP Help? Any resident of Fulton County is eligible for Central Assessment's evaluation to determine long term care needs. This service is available for both Medicaid and Non- Medicaid clients. Some of the services CAP can assist with include adult day and in- home services, information on Medicaid eligibility, information on health services, and referrals to other sources of community support. Where to Reach Us For more information on Fulton County Central
Assessment and Placement, as well as information on how to attain a FREE
social, health and financial assessment, please call: For information on caregiver and elder services, For evaluation, diagnosis, and follow- up care for
people with memory loss, For information, education, or support regarding
Alzheimer's disease and other dementias, please call the Alzheimer's
Association Fulton County Office for Aging We look forward to helping families with sup-port, assessment, respite, education, counseling and other unique services that will meet the needs of all participants. Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern NY The Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York is an organization dedicated to family support, education, research, and advocacy. It provides an array of programs and services to support and assist patients and their families throughout the progression of Alzheimer's disease or related dementias. The Association teams with local service agencies to maintain and enhance the support that is needed by those afflicted with dementia. Andrea Fettinger, BA, MEd,
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