Resources For Persons Living with Dementia and Their Caregivers

Informative Websites

​ADRC Dementia Specialist

• Getting and understanding a diagnosis
• Understanding memory loss, and what is normal with aging
• Connecting to resources within the community
• Learning strategies and coping skills​
• Caregiver Support Groups 

Alzheimer's Association

• Provides reliable information and care consultation
• Supportive services for families
• Educational opportunities
• Funding for dementia research
• Advocacy efforts for public policy changes across the state.

Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance

• Personal consultations
• Education
• Access to resources
• Advocacy
• Upcoming events for those with Dementia and caregivers​

Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute (WAI)

• Current research about Dementia and aging
• Access to resources for those recently diagnosed with Dementia

Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC)

• Opportunities to volunteer in a Dementia centered research study
• Definitions and FAQs about Alzheimer's Disease
• Upcoming events for those with Dementia and caregivers

Middleton and West Madison (NewBridge) Senior Center

• Programs and services for older adults
• Provides a variety of educational and recreational opportunities
• Provides information and referrals to older adults and their families

Local Resources
There are many wonderful in person and online resources for indivuals living with Dementia and their caregivers in Middleton. The following resources are each accompanied with a zoom video explaining what they do

"What is a Dementia Friendly Community?"
Presented by Stacy with the Middleton Dementia Friendly Coalition
Passcode: 6KOm0.Py

"Activities for those living at home with Dementia" 
Presented by Amber, Heidi and Britta with Brookdale Senior Living
Passcode: 6KOm0.Py
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"An Introduction and Tips and Tricks to Downsizing"
Presentation with Kathie of Moving Forward
Passcode: 6KOm0.Py

"What is the Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance and how can they help?"
Presented by the Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin
Passcode: 6KOm0.Py

"Sustainable Caregiving"
Presented by: Jane with the Area Agency on Aging of Dane County
Passcode: .vsjdrV5

"What is a Dementia Care Specialist?"
Presented by Audrey with the ADRC
Passcode: .vsjdrV5

"Positive Communication"
Presented by Marion with Dementia Care Positive Solutions
Passcode: .vsjdrV5

"Dementia Crisis"
Presented by Joy with Dane County Human Services
Passcode: .vsjdrV5

"Providing Financial Peace of Mind for Clients, Families and Caregivers"
Presentation by Barbara with Mary's Daughter, LLC, Barb with Nimble Numbers and John with Sensible Finances:
Passcode: 5!v4P*u^

"Home Health vs. Home Care"
Presentation by Janet with SSM Health at Home and Darian with Comfort Keepers
Passcord: 5!v4P*u^

"Legal Issues of Aging"
Presented by Attorney Brenda Haskins
Haskins Short & Brindley LLC

“Dementia 201: Behaviors & Interventions”
Presented by: Angie Donovan and St. Croix Hospice

“Keeping Loved Ones with Dementia Safe”
Presented by: Heidi Musombwa with Brookdale Senior Living

“They Want Me to Do What? A Glimpse Inside of an Alzheimer’s Research Volunteer Experience”
Presented by: Bonnie Nuttkinson with University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

“ABC’s of Dementia”
Presented by: Dr. Kenneth I. Robbins with Agrace HospiceCare
Presented 11/10/2020

“Improving Alzheimer's Disease and other Dementia Care through Health Literacy”
Presented by: Caitlyn Mowatt with the Wisconsin Health Literacy
Presented: November 9, 2020
Wisconsin Health Literacy

“Benefits of Music for those with Dementia”
Presented by: Ingrid Gruett, MT-BC, WMTR - Middleton Music Therapy Services, LLC
Middleton Music Therapy Services
Presented: 11/13/2020

Art Exhibit with the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin
Presented by: Noreene Kralapp

Video For Caregivers