Caregiver Support
for persons caring for someone with Alzheimer’s Disease or other forms of dementia or memory loss
You are not alone!
Talking About Brain Health with Your Doctor, Sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association, NYC
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm on Zoom
Presented by Sakina Ouedraogo Tall, MD, FACP, Clinical Assistant Professor, Geriatrics, NYU Langone Health
Black Americans are twice as likely as their white counterparts to have Alzheimer’s or another dementia, but less likely to receive a diagnosis. Additionally, many Black caregivers and people living with the disease face barriers to receiving quality care, treatment, and support. In this program, we will discuss the importance of brain health for Black Americans, how to start a conversation about memory concerns with a doctor, what to expect during a diagnostic visit, and ways to improve overall brain health.
Chair Yoga For Caregivers, PSS Circle of Care
March 13, 2024
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm on Zoom
Come join professional group and personal fitness instructor Johnny Cooper in a guided chair yoga presentation. Caregivers and Care receivers will learn how to increase flexibility, muscle strength and tone.
Alzheimer's and Dementia Resource Center of New York
Caregiver Ira Asherman offers a valuable collection of resources and links for dementia caregivers in New York City. His website includes a resource directory, newsletter, and articles from his experience and research.
Early-Stage Support Group
for people in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or other dementia
Living with early-stage Alzheimer’s, another dementia, or mild cognitive impairment?
Find a group near you. Visit the Alzheimer's Association website or call 800-272-3900 to learn more about Early-Stage support groups.
CaringKind NYC offers a variety of educational programs and support groups in all 5 boros for those caring for someone with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia. See their list of services here or call the CaringKind Helpline for more information, 646-744-2900.
Heights and Hill in downtown Brooklyn offers a variety of support groups. Follow this link for details.
Or contact New York Memory Center with your caregiver questions or
for support and referral at 718-499-7701 or sramos@nymemorycenter.org
Helpful Videos for Caregivers
Thanks so much to Occupational Therapy interns Tara DeRosa and Casey Caruso from SUNY Downstate for creating these videos for caregivers! In just a few minutes each they offer excellent tips from an occupational therapy perspective to help caregivers of individuals with memory disorders.
Physical Exercise Tips:
General Occupational Therapy Tips:
Communication Tips: