Resources
Dementia Caregiver Clinic at USU
A USU clinic focused on supporting individuals with dementia (or who are suspected of having dementia) and their caregivers.
The Dementia Caregiver Clinic is composed of an interdisciplinary team of professionals who evaluate the needs of individuals with dementia (or who are suspected of having dementia) and their caregivers. The team provides resources and referrals for additional services or supports tailored to individuals’ needs.
Connecting Caregivers and People
One of ADRC's goals is to connect caregivers and people living with memory impairment, Alzheimer's disease, or a related dementia to resources throughout the state. Our high-quality care partners can help you answer questions or get the services you need. These partners include:
Utah Commission on Aging
The Utah Commission on Aging (UCOA) sponsors and manages UtahAging.org as Utah's official statewide virtual resource center for older adults. Visit their calendar for educational conferences and meetings, activities, and other opportunities related to caregiving and wellness throughout the state.
Alzheimer's Association
Alzheimer’s Association Utah Chapter offers education and support for Utahns living with dementia and their caregivers.
Utah Department of Health and Human Services
Utah DHHS serves as a link between the national Administration on Aging and local programs, Area Agencies on Aging.
Talk to Someone
If you need support, contact the Alzheimer’s Association Helpline at 800-272-3900, or live chat with a staff member on the Alzheimer's Association website.
Rebecka Schultz
Program Manager for the Alzheimer's Association
385-831-7126
EDUC 413A
raschultz@alz.org
Caregiver Respite Relief Grants
Lynden Legacy Foundation provides grants to family caregivers who are caring for loved ones with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. To apply for their Caregiver Respite Relief Grant please send your caregiving story (1-2 paragraphs) and a photo of you and the family member you are caring for to suzette@lyndenlegacy.com
Events Calendar from UtahAging.org
Utah's only interactive older adult event calendar connecting educational conferences and meetings, activities, and other important opportunities sponsored by the Utah Commission on Aging, community partners, and the Utah Area Agencies on Aging network programming. Dementia support services and general events of interest are listed.
Calendar
How to Talk to Someone with Dementia
Researchers at USU seek to gain a better understanding of Alzheimer’s disease to support individuals with dementia and help families care for their loved ones.