Support for Those on a Journey Involving Dementia

Support for Those on a Journey Involving Dementia:

When someone you love is diagnosed with Dementia, it can seem overwhelming. There are resources available in our county to support you as well as your loved one who is living with Dementia or Alzheimer’s.

There are multiple agencies available to you to provide support beyond Shawano County Human Services – Aging Unit and below are some links to help you:

Alzheimer’s Association – They have a hotline available 24/7 to answer any questions you may have or provide some guidance.
Their hotline is 1-800-272-3900 or follow this link to go to their web page (https://www.alz.org/)

Forget Me Not Fund – They are a local organization which provides local support and resources to those assisting others with dementia. They sponsor a variety of the area’s Memory Café’s and/or Silver Society Clubs. Their website also has information to help support you on your journey. Follow this link to access their web page (https://www.forgetmenotfund.org/)

ADRC of the Wolf River employs a Dementia Care Specialist to help support those with Dementia in the community. They have a plethora of information and resources and are available to help support you. Follow this link to access their online information.
(https://www.adrcwolfriver.org/services-info/dementia-alzheimers-support/)