People with Memory Loss

The Chapter also offers special support groups for individuals who have Alzheimer's disease or related dementia, as well as seminars in select locations. For more information about classes and groups for people who have memory loss problems or Alzheimer's, please click on the links below.

Early Stage Memory Loss Program

We provide education and support specifically designed for individuals who are in the early stages of Alzheimer's Disease or a related disorder. The Early Stage Memory Loss program (ESML) provides an opportunity for those with mild memory loss problems to meet others who are in similar circumstances. The program also provides an opportunity for family, friends and care partners to learn with their loved one about memory loss and other areas of concern (care partners cannot attend alone). We cover the basics of Alzheimer's and dementia, coping with memory problems, improving communication, social and family relationships, disclosing the diagnosis, planning for the future, legal issues and next steps.

The program is provided in partnership with a variety of health and human services organizations, professionals and individual volunteers. The program is held in different areas of Western Washington throughout the year. There is no fee to participate in this program. To learn more please call 1-800-848-7097 or (206) 363-5500 and ask to speak with the early stage program coordinator.

Perspectives is a quarterly newsletter, edited and created by Lisa Snyder, LCSW of the UCSD Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Research Center, written for people with dementia that addresses the concerns, reflections, and coping skills of individuals with Alzheimer's or a related memory disorder. It provides up-to-date research, explores relevant topics, provides a forum for discussion, and builds bridges between people with memory loss around the world. Individuals with Alzheimer's or a related disorder contribute their perspectives to this newsletter in the form of articles, poetry, or letters. The newsletters are available for downloading on the internet at http://adrc.ucsd.edu/newsletter/newsl.htm. For surface mail, please send donation by check or money order only (payable to UCSD ADRC). International orders must be received payable in U.S. dollars on a U.S. affiliated bank. Please add $2.00 for postage for international subscribers.

Mail to:
Lisa Snyder, LCSW (lsnyder@ucsd.edu)
UCSD Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Research Center
9500 Gilman Drive - 0948
La Jolla, CA 92093
Phone: 858-622-5800
Fax: 858-622-1012