Resources : Alzheimers, Dementia and the Memory Impaired

Memory impairments defined as dementia's specifically Alzheimer's are affecting Increasing numbers of older adults. Family and caregivers must learn the skills to care for them and what resources to utilize when services outside of the home are necessary. Help from specialized organizations are plentiful through the EPO network.

Adult Day Services

Alzheimer's Support Services & Professional Development

Alzheimers Association - Cleveland Area Chapter, Contact: Mary Lambert, (216) 231-1493, www.alzclv.org

Specialized Alzheimer's / Dementia Housing

Brighton Gardens - Alzheimer's & memory impairment living facility. Contact: Sherry Saunders, 440-808-0074, Westlake.DCR@sunriseseniorliving.com, www.sunriseseniorliving.com.

The Kemper House - Alzheimers Specialized Living Facility, Contact: Lynn Hermensky, 440-235-5500, www.kemperhouse.com

Lakewood Sr. Health Campus - Skilled nursing, rehabilition, memory impaired unit. Contact: Tammy Sibert, 216-226-4010, www.lshc-oh.net

Westlake Healthcare Center - Dedicated memory impairment services and housing. Contact: Kim Howitt, 440-892-2100/440-668-3350 or khowitt@boulevardhealthcare.com, www.boulevardhealthcare.com/westlake/

Continuing Education Resources

Continuing Education is an ongoing process in the eldercare community. Eldercare Professionals of Ohio is dedicated to helping our members locate the seminars, classes and information they need to meet their requirements. Below is a list of our preferred providers.