2019 Year in Review
Heather Cooper Ortner
President & CEO
Looking Back, Moving Forward
Dear Friends,
I started planning to write this message by asking each department at Alzheimer’s LA to send me their highlights from the whole year; the activities, programs, achievements, or client interactions they are […]
Your Impact in Action
Thanks to loyal supporters like you, for nearly 40 years Alzheimer’s LA has provided free, personalized programs and services to local individuals and families facing Alzheimer’s or another dementia.
Watch the video below to see your impact in our community! Please renew your […]
Spotlight: Westchester Support Group
Celebrating nearly two years helping people in Westchester
Nearly two years ago, we established a support group in Westchester, filling a need of local family caregivers. A Speaker’s Bureau volunteer, Loli Ramezani, stepped up to facilitate and was able to participate in our […]
Dementia Friendly – Caltech
Caltech Employees Federal Credit Union is Dementia Friendly!
In October, we hosted our first Dementia Friendly Business training for the Caltech Employees Federal Credit Union. Staff learned the warning signs of dementia, how to effectively communicate and interact with […]
Remembering Nancy
In 2016, Nancy Paulikas wandered away from her family while visiting LACMA. This November would have been her 59th birthday. Wandering can happen at any time. People with dementia can become easily confused or overwhelmed, making them more susceptible to getting lost. Are […]
Jane, Support Group Facilitator
Jane Farmer
Support Group Facilitator
The Inland Empire has 68,000 people living with Alzheimer’s disease and supportive services are in high demand. By 2030, that number will increase by nearly 50%! One of our Inland Empire Support Group Facilitators, Jane Farmer, shares […]