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Home My WebLink About00 - Non-Agenda - HandoutPatty Barnett Mouton Vice President of Outreach & Advocacy PattY.mouton@alzoc.org 714-349-5517 cell Alzheimer'sAcacia South County ORANGE couNrr �,,,,,,o,,Ys,.,�,��•. Adult Day Services CARE SUPPORT CURE The help you need Helpline 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259) at no charge Alzheimer's I ORANGE COUNTY www.alzoc.org April 23, 2019 Non -Agenda Item CARE SUPPORT CURE The help you need Helpline 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259) at no charge Alzheimer's I ORANGE COUNTY www.alzoc.org 2515 McCabe Way, Suite 200 1 Irvine, CA 92614 1 Phone: 949-955-9000 2515 McCabe Way, Suite 200 1 Irvine, CA 92614 1 Phone: 949-955-9000 ORANGE COUNTY orange County STRATEGIC PLAN Aging Services F 0 R AGING COLLABORATIVE 5TH ANNUAL OC LEADERSHIP FORUM ON AGING Policy, Strategy, Funding & Planning for Vibrant Aging in Orange County Thursday, April 25, 2019 1 8:30am-12:00pm 8:30 a.m. Registration and Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Program Begins Garden Grove Community Meeting Center 11300 Stanford Avenue, Garden Grove, CA 92840 Register: https:H20l 9ocleadershipforum.eventbrite.com or call Jessica Reyes at 949-757-3776 No cost to attend. Space is limited. 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Day Sei MIN I • N 0 Designated for Garden Community Meeting Center Grove Parking Hall -� r ----- i Available only after 6 p.m. 1 Monday - Friday and weekends ORANGE COUNTY S 0 R EAIG P N N 18 -month Committee and Subcommittee Goal Wrap Up July 1, 2017 — December 31, 2018 Description: Orange County's community leaders have united to launch the Orange County Strategic Plan for Aging (OCSPA) Initiative to develop a short-term and a long-term Strategic Plan to prepare Orange County for the growing number of older adults. Conceived in 2015 by Alzheimer's Orange County's CEO, Jim McAleer, the first OCSPA Leadership Council meeting took place in August 2016. Since that time, significant momentum has occurred, contributing to the creation of a robust short-term Strategic Plan. Strategy: Bring together cities, the county, non -profits, foundations, and corporate entities to evaluate opportunities and create a structure to address opportunities. Problem: Within the next 15 years, Orange County's senior population will grow by 63%, with Orange County being among the fastest growing aging counties in America. While there have been multiple efforts to gather data across sectors, this will be the first strategic plan since 1998 to identify the areas of greatest need and coordinate multiple resources to address those needs. Vision: Orange County is a place that creatively nurtures, encourages, and supports every person as they progress through each stage of life. Leadership Council: The Orange County Strategic Plan for Aging is guided by an ongoing planning body comprised of community leaders: Orange County Supervisor Lisa Bartlett, Alzheimer's Orange County, CalOptima, Abrazar, Inc., SeniorServ, Council on Aging — Southern California, OC Health Care Agency, OC Office on Aging, OC Transportation Authority, Irvine Health Foundation, Senior Citizens Advisory Council, Jamboree Housing, OC United Way, UC Irvine Health, Easterseals Southern California, Orange County Community Foundation, and the Asian American Senior Citizens Services Center. The Leadership Council is chaired by Jim McAleer, CEO, Alzheimer's Orange County. 15 Participating Cities: Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Fountain Valley, Garden Grove, Irvine, La Habra, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Santa Ana, Tustin, and Villa Park. 18 -Month Wrap Up Senior Nutrition and Food Security GOAL: Increase food security for Orange County's older adults age 60+ by enrolling new participants in CalFresh. Establish new Commodity Supplemental Food Program and Senior Grocery distribution sites for food insecure older adults. Status of Goal - COMPLETE There have been 545 new adults over age 60 enrolled into CalFresh since July 1, 2017. The subcommittee has surpassed the 18 month goal of 425 new enrollees. Seven new Senior Grocery sites and fifteen new Park -It Market food distribution sites have been opened since July 1, 2017. The subcommittee has surpassed the 18 month goal of opening eight new sites. The OC Food Help website is now live that includes an interactive food map with all food distribution sites and an online appointment system for CalFresh. Technology GOAL: Enhance and accelerate the capacity of the digital platform, IrisOC, to create a local digital hub to distribute healthy aging information, provide connections to senior -focused community resources and people, and acquire pilot users of the platform. Status of Goal - COMPLETE 0 A beta version of the IrisOC platform launched in October 2018 ORANGE COUNTY �. STRATEGIC G P N N 18 -month Committee and Subcommittee Goal Wrap Up July 1, 2017 — December 31, 2018 Transportation GOAL: Conduct a data review to identify top transportation needs and explore innovative options. Present the findings at an OCSPA Summit. Status of Goal - COMPLETE • The Orange County Referral Guide for Older Roadway Users transportation guide was created and released. The guide contains resources to assist older adults and their family members with questions and concerns related to safe driving. Topics covered include: driving assessments, refresher classes, adaptive equipment for vehicles, and transportation alternatives. • A phone survey was conducted to determine the available services and barriers each city experiences when it comes to senior transportation. Findings will contribute to the OCSPA Aging Report. Healthcare GOAL: Double the number of older adults who complete an evidence -based chronic disease and/or diabetes self- management education training workshop. Status of Goal - COMPLETE • The subcommittee's goal was to have 700 senior participants complete an evidence -based chronic disease self- management workshop. The subcommittee has surpassed the 18 month goal with 909 completers. • An informational flyer is available in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Korean, and Mandarin. • Classes are posted on the California Healthier Living Website. Housing GOAL: Nonprofit housing developers and universities will work together to identify the disparity between older adult housing needs in Orange County and housing availability. Release study findings to community leaders at an OCSPA Summit. Status of Goal - COMPLETE • Contract staff from Cal State University Fullerton has completed the data analysis. All findings were shared with the research team working on the OCSPA Aging Report which is to be released in spring 2019. Social Engagement GOAL: Reinstitute the Friendly Visitor Program Coalition to support capacity building and increased information - sharing among the existing service programs, resulting in better services to isolated/homebound adults. Status of Goal - COMPLETE • The 1s' Heart to Heart Conference took place in February 2017 at Lakeview Senior Center. It was a successful event that drew 80 attendees representing 33 nonprofit and faith based organizations. This event gave attendees the opportunity to enhance and develop community and ministry -based visitation programs in Orange County. • A Friendly Visitor Toolkit was revealed at the Heart to Heart conference and over 50 Friendly Visitor Toolkits have been distributed to local programs and ministries to support capacity building, volunteer training and increased awareness of community resources. Quarterly Visitation Council meetings were formalized to bring together friendly visitor programs and visitation ministries to continue sharing best practices and resources with one another. The Subcommittee held 3 Visitation Council meetings bringing together a total of 90 attendees over the past 18 months. ORANGE COUNTY S0 RTEAIG P N N 18 -month Committee and Subcommittee Goal Wrap Up July 1, 2017 — December 31, 2018 Elder Abuse Awareness GOAL: Launch an education and awareness campaign regarding elder abuse awareness and prevention at two Orange County cities, targeting the general public, first responders, academic institutions, and mandated reporters. The goal is to have 500 Orange County residents attend a financial abuse awareness and prevention workshop. Status of Goal: - COMPLETE • The subcommittee's goal was to educate 500 people who have attended the workshop. They have surpassed the goal with educating 574 attendees. To date the trainers have taught 200 attendees from the general public, 215 professionals and 159 students. Other Updates OC Successful Aging Members of the committee have been working with AARP to identify and outreach to key cities regarding membership in AARP's Age Friendly Communities Network. OCSPA Aging Report The Orange County Community Foundation and the Irvine Health Foundation are funding an aging report based on OCSPA's priority areas. OCSPA has been working with UC Irvine Health Division of Gerontology & Geriatric Medicine and Cal State University Fullerton's Center for Successful Aging to gather existing and new data As of December 2018, all key data points have been summarized with key recommendations and are now in the editing and design phase. The goal is to have the report released at the Orange County Aging Services Collaborative Leadership Forum on Aging scheduled for April 2019. More details will be released soon. OCSPA Staff Contact: Cynthia Okialda, MSG Phone: 949-757-3775 C_ynthia.Okialda@alzoc.org For additional information on OCSPA, please visit www.ocagin-qpian.org. Alzheimer's n0er1r:G rt-111A1TV Free Memory Screening Do you have: O Trouble coming up with a word or name? O Trouble remembering important dates or events? O Trouble recalling what you just read? O Problems losing or misplacing things? O Trouble planning or organizing? O Noticeably greater difficulty performing tasks? If you said "Yes" to any of the above, consider having a FREE, confidential memory screening at Alzheimer's Orange County. First Friday of the month, RSVP required. Fri April 5, May 3, June 7 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 Call for an appointment today: 844-435-7259 Someone 1 Know Has Dementia Dementia 101: Fact v. Fiction Separate fact from fiction about Alzheimer's disease. Learn simple tips for connecting and communicating with people with memory loss and discover the free services offered by Alzheimer's Orange County that can help someone you know with dementia. Mon April 22.10:00 AM -11:00 AM Downtown Anaheim Community Center 250 East Center St., Anaheim, CA 92805 RSVP: Cal 1714-765-4510 Now What? Next Steps after a Diagnosis Learn about practical actions that you, your family and friends can take after receiving a diagnosis. Learn about the HELP model, a 4 -step approach to help you get started. Discover tools and resources available every step of the way. Recommended for people newly diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), Alzheimer's disease or another form of dementia, as well as their friends and family. Fri April 19 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Fri May 17 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Fri June 21 • 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: http//bit.ly/2E4eoBj or call 949-757-3771 Early Memory Loss A four-week supportive/educational group for people with early memory loss due to Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), Alzheimer's disease, or another form of dementia. You and your partner will meet with others in similar situations and learn how to deal with challenges. Every Wed April 3 - 24. 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM Brea, CA Every Wed June 5 - 26 • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Irvine, CA Pre -registration is required. RSVP: Call 949-757-3759 or email: earlystage@alzoc.org Come to one, two or all three classes on the second, third, and fourth Tuesday of the month! 1. Caring Conversations: A New Way of Talking Learn principles and practical techniques to communicate with those with memory loss. Held every second Tuesday. Tues April 9 - 10:00 AM -12:00 PM Tues May 14 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tues June it - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: http//bit.ly/famstrategies or call 844-435-7259 2. Personality and Behavior Changes: Why and How to Respond Identify common behavior changes, explore why they happen and what they rnean. Learn helpful tips to adjust and respond. Held every third Tuesday. Tues April 16 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tues May 21 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tues June 18 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: http//bit.ly/famstrategies or call 844-435-7259 3. Meaningful Activities at Home Learn how to plan and do easy activities at home that enhance the time you spend together with your loved one with memory loss. Held every fourth Tuesday. Tues April 23 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tues May 28 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Tues June 25 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County "y 2515 McCabe Wa Irvine, CA 92614 These classes �; y' �. art�lg y' sponsored by: 1 mpanions At dome RSVP: http//bit.ly/famstrategies or call 844-435-7259 Savvy Caregiver: 6 -Week Family Caregiver Training This program is an evidence -based, 15 -hour training provided over a 6 week period. Caregivers will possess greater confidence and understanding of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. On-site care will be provided foryourportner/loved one with dementia, upon request. Every Thurs March 7 -April 11 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Laguna Woods, CA Every Thurs April 25 - May 30 - 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM Brea, CA Seating is limited. RSVP is mandatory. Free respite care can be arranged RSVP: Call 949-757-3764 These classes sponsored by. fit aring ' mpanions At Home W1 Advance Care Planning: Important Choices for Living and Dying Learn how to record your wishes in the event you cannot speak for yourself, and how to start the conversation with loved ones and your doctor. Learn what a Physician Orders for Life Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form is and what makes Advance Directives legal. For odditionol information and upcoming workshops, please visit www.olzoc.orylocplorco11949-855-9444, Ext. 113. Care, Prepare and Connect: End Game Screening and Discussion Join us for the film End Gome, followed by a panel discussion about suffering and end -of -life ethics, accessing quality care, Advance Care Planning and caring in our faith based communities. Tues April 16 • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM Fullerton Community Center 340 W. Commonwealth Ave. Fullerton, CA 92832 RSVP: alzoc.org/endgame Memories in the Making° Facilitator Training Class Memories in the Making° is a unique class that allows the person with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia to express them self through painting. Learn how to use this successful method to improve communication and understand behaviors associated with dementia. No artistic background is necessary to participate in Memories in the Making°. Thurs May 16 • 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 a c_. RSVP: Online https://bit.ly/2DLtQnl Legal and Financial Workshop Identify the steps to getting legal, financial and future care plans put in place. Become familiar with future care options and legal and financial issues pertaining to dementia. Presented by an elder law attorney. Thurs April 18 • 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM Wesley Village 10882 Stanford Ave. Garden Grove, CA 92840 Thurs June 6 • 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Family Caregiver Resource Center 130 W. Bastanchury Rd. Fullerton, CA 92835 RSVP: http//bit.ly/LFworkshopor949-757-3710 Connecting and Communicating with a Person with Memory Loss Learn practical skills, acquire tools and tips to better communicate with the people in your life who are experiencing memory loss. Tues April 30 • 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Florence Sylvester Senior Center 23721 Moulton Parkway Laguna Hills, CA 91653 RSVP: Call 949-380-0156 PIM Brain Health Memory Training: 4 Weeks to a Better Memory Mernory Training teaches individuals techniques to improve their memory in a fun, interactive classroom environment. This 2 -hour, once -a -week course is designed to help those with age-related memory challenges over four weeks of lessons and beyond. . Remember names and faces . Recall appointments, messages and plans . Practice everyday memory techniques . Avoid misplacing objects . Overcome "tip of the tongue" memory slips This program is not intended for people with a diagnosis ofAlzheimer's disease or other form of dementia. Every Thursday May 9 - 30 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Alzheimer's Orange County 2515 McCabe Way, Irvine, CA 92614 RSVP: Call 949-757-3764 9 Caregiver Support Groups If you are a family caregiver or a friend of a person with dementia, our informal meetings offer resources for problem solving, educational information, as well as emotional support. Go to www.alzoc.org/serviceS/SLIpport-groups for a listing of support groups in Orange County. Join Alzheimer's Orange County's Facebook ® Caregiver Support Group This is a support group for CAREGIVERS and CARE PARTNERS; a space to share theirjourney and knowledge through compassion and support. To join, go to: http:bit.ly/AlzOCSupportGroup r L—i e Monthly Webinars Webinar: Understanding the POLST Form Gain a better understanding of the Physician's Orders for Life -Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form and how it serves to communicate a person's wishes regarding their medical treatment preferences at end of life. Tues April 9 • 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Webinar: Understanding Hoarding Behaviors Learn about hoarding behaviors, how to identify risk factors and signs and symptoms of hoarding, as well as treatment options and interventions that can help individuals, family members, and communities who are affected by hoarding. Tues May 14 • 11:30 AM -12:30 PM Webinar: Living Well with Vision Loss Learn about effective lifestyle changes, adaptive devices and assistance options that help people with vision loss and blindness lead enriched and fulfilling lives. Those caring for someone with vision loss will learn about tips and techniques that are also extremely helpful. Tues June 11 •11:30 AM -12:30 PM FOR ALL WEBINARS RSVP: https://www.a[zoc.org/professionals/webinars/ DID YOU KNOW? All our programs and classes are FREE Alzheimer's I ORANGE COUNTY ALL ABOUT A guide to memory loss and living well with a dementia diagnosis ow 2515 McCabe Way, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92614 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259) 1 www.alzoc.org Alzheimer's disease is an irreversible, progressive brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills, and eventually the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. In most people with Alzheimer's, symptoms first appear in their mid -60s. Estimates vary, but experts suggest that more than 5 million Americans may have Alzheimer's. The terms "Alzheimer's disease" and "dementia" are often used interchangeably as many people believe that one means the other. Dementia is an umbrella term for a set of symptoms including impaired thinking and memory. Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia. However, issues other than Alzheimer's can cause dementia, such as Vascular Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia, Lewy Body, Huntington's Disease, Parkinson's Disease and Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease. Learn more about Alzheimer's disease and dementia at www.alzoc.org Alzheimer's at a glance • Alzheimer's is the 3rd leading cause of death in Orange County • Alzheimer's affects approximately 84,000 people in our community • It is the only disease in the top ten causes of death that currently cannot be prevented, treated or cured Healthy Severe Brain Alzheimer's What you can do Although there is no current cure for Alzheimer's disease, research suggests that certain lifestyle factors such as a nutritious diet, exercise, social engagement and mentally stimulating pursuits might help to reduce the risk of cognitive decline. Cognitive Activity: Read books, play strategic games, learn new skills, keep learning Exercise & Physical Health: Exercise regularly, monitor blood pressure and sugar levels, get enough sleep, stop smoking, manage stress and visit your Social Engagement: Visit with family and friends, stay involved in the community, join a group or club, volunteer outside the home, take a class Diet & Nutrition: Eat vegetables, fruits, whole grains, nuts, lean meats, fish and poultry. Avoid saturated/ trans fats, processed foods, solid fats, sugar and salt Learn more about brain health at www.alzoc.org/brainhealth Help find a cure Through clinical trials, researchers test new ways to detect, treat and prevent Alzheimer's disease and dementia. We need your help. Without participation, finding a cure is virtually impossible. Learn about local clinical trial studies happening in Orange County at www.alzoc.org/services/research 0111 Checklist: Navigating the Disease ✓ Plan for the future -Call or sit down +,, with one of our social workers to discuss Your and your loved one's current and OW future needs �'' ✓ Learn about Alzheimer's - RSVP for one of our free classes to increase your knowledge about the disease and care - giving essentials OpIk ✓ Work with doctors and healthcare professionals - Learn what your options are and how to live best with the disease 10W ✓ Find Support - Join one of our many free support groups or social programs and build your network Since 1982, thousands of Orange County families have turned to us as their trusted expert for Alzheimer's and dementia support. Our programs and services -- many provided free of charge -- have been proven to alleviate the burden of caregiving, and improve the overall wellbeing of not only those affected by the disease, but also their loved ones. View our services on the back page of this brochure, and callus at 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259) or visit alzoc.orgto learn more about how we can help you. Alzheimer's ORANGE COUNTY We're here to help. Alzheimer's Orange County provides services and programs -- many free of charge-- to those with Alzheimer's disease and related memory disorders, their families, and caregivers. • Telephone support line • Social, cultural and art • Support groups activities • Care consultations • Research, information and • Memory screenings funding • Family, caregiver, and • Adult day care centers (Garden community education Grove and Laguna Woods) Call our Helpline at 844-HELP-ALZ (844435-7259) or visit www.alzoc.org 2515 McCabe Way, Suite 200, Irvine, CA 92614 844-HELP-ALZ (844-435-7259) 1 www.alzoc.org