Dementia Capable Southern Arizona
Dementia Care Partner Support Group – An ongoing program partnership between Alzheimer’s Association and Dementia Capable Southern Arizona This group can help provide social connection, encourage development of coping methods and maintenance of personal, physical, and emotional health as well as optimal care for the person living with dementia. 4th Tuesday of each month
Vision and Dementia What does vision have to do with dementia? Turns out, it may be more than we think! Many areas of our physical health impact our brain health, and vision is no exception. Studies have found that there was an increased risk of dementia for people experiencing impaired vision. Unresolved vision problems often cause people to engage less in social interaction, physical activity, and activities that stimulate the mind. Sensory impairments in general may affect how we experience and interact with the world around us. Identifying, treating, and correcting vision problems can help. Receive regular vision checks every 1-2 years, use glasses or contact lenses with the correct prescription as needed. Also, talk with your doctor to discuss medications and surgery recommendations to manage or correct issues such as cataracts, glaucoma, diabetes, and macular degeneration. Taking care of your eyes also helps take care of your brain!
Memory concerns?
DCSA now is offering walk-in hours at both PCOA offices. We can provide free memory screenings, information, resources, and more! Walk-in hours: The Katie Dusenberry Healthy Aging Center 600 S. Country Club Rd. Mondays 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. The Marian Lupu Building 8467 E. Broadway Blvd. Thursdays 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. To schedule an appointment outside of these hours, visit dcsa. pcoa.org or call (520) 790-7262.
9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. 600 S. Country Club Rd. Tucson, AZ 85716
Registration is not required. For information or questions, please contact Nicole Thomas at (520) 790-7573 x1739 or nthomas@pcoa.org.
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Pima Council on Aging
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