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Association adapts and innovates to direct new Mexicans to stay home

LAS CRUCES-Alzheimer’s Association of New Mexico continues its mission in difficult times. Staff work remotely but are available by phone, email and online. In an effort to adapt to the current COVID-19 crisis, we are electronically providing many free resources and opportunities for New Mexicans to access from home.

Virtual adaptation benefits people affected by Alzheimer’s disease and raises funding for associations such as Walk to End Alzheimer’s, which raises over $ 96 million annually to drive care, support and research worldwide. Is also included.

“We strictly follow state health guidelines, but at this point, Las Cruces’ walk-to-end Alzheimer’s disease is going well until September 19, 2020,” said South of the Alzheimer’s Association’s NM branch. Western Regional Development Manager Emily Chadock says. “But we are adapting to the times and we are pleased to announce that we are virtually no longer funding the walk.”

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Chadock says the association is active in publicizing changes regarding the event and encourages participants to continue to check the website for updates. www.alz.org/walk.

Alzheimer’s disease can be devastating—not just for those who are ill, but for the entire family. In our state, 43,000 New Mexicans over the age of 65 have Alzheimer’s disease and 108,000 unpaid dementia caregivers. Many are families. Over 5 million Americans live Alzheimer’s disease nationwide. By 2050, the total number is expected to be about 14 million. It is the sixth leading cause of death in the United States, and there is currently no preventative, proven cure, or cure for Alzheimer’s disease.

Held annually in more than 600 communities, the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s Disease is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and finance for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

“There are many ways to support walk-to-end Alzheimer’s disease and home fundraising. These ideas can include zoom zumba parties, bingo nights, challenges, and more. I recommend. We are excited to see what many of our fundraisers come up with. “

The Alzheimer’s Association continues to be the leader in providing free care and support programs, resources and services to families facing Alzheimer’s disease, and Virtual Adaptation helps provide programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. , Plays an important role, especially for family caregivers. The association’s recent free online services range from carer training to legal roadmaps for carers to webinars specially designed for family carers of loved ones with dementia during this critical period. Spans.

“No one should face one of Alzheimer’s diseases,” said Tim Sheahan, Executive Director of the Alzheimer’s Association in NM Branch. “Especially around this time. I want New Mexicans to know that the Alzheimer’s Society is here.”

Sheahan said translating the training and presentations in this chapter into an online webinar accessible from the comfort and safety of his home is a positive experience.

“This is an innovation that will certainly continue as we move forward,” said Sheehan. “It is essential that we continue to reach out to stakeholders and keep them informed. They need us. Our goal is to continue to support them in these uncertain times. ”

The association’s latest virtual products include:

  • Caregiver Care: COVID-19 Stress Relief Techniques: Presented by Adrian Rodriguez, MBA, board member of the Alzheimer’s Association. Monday, May 4, From noon – 1:00 pm Learn techniques to help caregivers develop practical strategies to reduce stress during these difficult times. Call 1-800-272-3900 to register, or www.communityresourcefinder.org/ResourceView/Index?id=1846221&profileDefinitionId=93
  • Telemedicine and COVID-19: Published by J. Roberto Duran, III M.D., CMD. Friday, May 8th, from 11:00 am to noon. This presentation will discuss the challenges and benefits of providing virtual primary care to the elderly during the COVID-19 crisis. Call 1-800-272-3900 to register, or www.communityresourcefinder.org/ResourceView/Index?id=1848809&profileDefinitionId=93
  • Skills-Daytime webinar for caregivers of dementia: This online webinar is held in four-hour sessions a day to help caregivers understand the illness, how illness affects their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and the importance of self-care. Tuesday to Friday, May 12th to 15th, 11am to noon daily. Call 1-800-272-3900 to register, or www.communityresourcefinder.org/ResourceView/Index?id=1846227&profileDefinitionId=93
  • Legal Roadmap: Planning for Dementia Caregivers: Presented by Pregenzer, Baysinger, Wideman & Sale, PC Lawyers, Margaret A. Graham and Daniel J. Monte. Tuesday, May 19th, from 10am to 11am. Early legal and financial planning is important for families facing an Alzheimer’s journey. Consider what you need to know to plan with confidence and plan ahead of the law. Call 1-800-272-3900 to register, or www.communityresourcefinder.org/ResourceView/Index?id=1847906&profileDefinitionId=93

The Public Policy Department of the New Mexico Branch also has an impressive presence in the digital domain, with a bipartisan policy to improve lives at the national level by hosting D-NM Deb Harland and a virtual town hall earlier this month. Is working to ensure. Everything affected by dementia is included in the following economic recovery packages.

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