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PROGRAMS                                                                Alzheimer’s Los Angeles

                                                                                 By the Numbers
         & SERVICES                                                                          35



                                                                                             Virtual suppor t
         Alzheimer’s Los Angeles is proud to provide high-impact                             groups
         programs and services that improve the quality of life for                          2,747
         people caring for a family member or friend with dementia.
         We are focused on working with diverse and underserved                              Community education
         communities, breaking down barriers that impede access                              participants
                                                                                             2,292
         to care or resources, and combatting stigma.

                   Helpline: 844.435.7259                                                    Care counseling
                                                                                             sessions
                   available for information, emotional suppor t,
                   resources, and referrals                                                  141

                   Care Counseling                                                           Early stage
                                                                                             sessions
                   guidance, suppor t, and dementia exper tise
                   from experienced social workers                                           2,010

                   Learning Opportunities                                                    Helpline
                                                                                             calls
                   classes about Alzheimer’s disease, dementia,
                   brain health, and caregiving                                              724

                   ar ts4ALZ & Memory Mornings                                               Community outreach
                                                                                             participants
                   activities that focus on ar t, music, cognitive
                   stimulation, and socialization                                            25

                   Savvy Caregiver Workshops                                                 Activity program
                                                                                             participants
                   courses to gain the knowledge, skills and
                   understanding needed to care for a family                                 163
                   member with Alzheimer’s or another dementia
                                                                                             Respite or
                                                                                             assistance
                   Suppor t Groups
                   share information and understanding with                                  1,285
                   other caregivers or others living with dementia                           Professional training
                   Offered for different groups & in different languages                     participants
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