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According to the Alzheimer’s Association, one in six Californians over the age of 65 will develop Alzheimer’s, and one in five will develop dementia.
Alzheimer’s accounts for 60 to 80 percent of dementia cases and currently impacts an estimated 720,000 Californians (12% of adults over the age of 65). That number is expected to grow to 1.5 million by the year 2040.
The VCAAA has programs that can help individuals and their families battling Alzheimer’s or a related dementia.
CAlz Connect
CAlz Connect is a six-month program for people living with dementia and their caregivers. It is designed to improve the quality of life for individuals living with dementia at home, and decrease the burden that caregivers may face.
Eligibility for CAlz Connect
- Is over 45 years old
- Is living in Ventura County (or their caregiver is)
- Has a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia
- Has a person (18+ years old) who helps them and is willing to participate in the program
- Is not living in a skilled nursing facility or memory care community
- Speaks English and/or Spanish
- Is not already involved in a similar dementia care support program
More Information & Forms
A trained community health worker will reach out to the participants via telephone or Zoom once or twice a month to help with topics such as staying healthy, preventing injuries, accessing community resources and coping with stress.
The community health worker will provide dementia information and education, work with the family to develop a plan of care, connect families with community services/supports, and aid in care transitions.
As part of this program, there is a medication review service that allows a pharmacist to check on whether or not you may be taking medications that increase your risk of falls, injuries or emergency room visits.
» CAlz Connect Application Form (PDF)
» CAlz Connect Information Flyer (PDF-English)
» CAlz Connect Information Flyer (PDF-Spanish)
Dementia Friendly Ventura County
Dementia Friendly Ventura County is a coalition sponsored by the VCAAA that includes many Ventura County agencies and organizations that help provide information and support for those battling Alzheimer’s or a related dementia.
The group works to designate local businesses as “Dementia Friendly” and provides educational opportunities to the community.
