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LIAF's mission is to help alleviate the burdens imposed on all those affected by Alzheimer's

 

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Long Island Alzheimer's Foundation Salutes Those who go Above and Beyond for Alzheimer's

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LIAF Trustees, Madelyn Dubiner, Luncheon Chairperson, Linda Cronin, and Bonnie Doran 

PORT WASHINGTON, NY - The Long Island Alzheimer's Foundation (LIAF) honored 50 individuals, and 3 therapy Dogs, at its 14th Annual Outstanding Service Awards Luncheon, at the Garden City Hotel, on April 10th for their dedication and compassionate service to those stricken with Alzheimer's disease. Keynote speaker for the luncheon was the President of the New York State Bar Association, Kathryn Grant Madigan, Esq. Ms. Madigan gave a riveting talk on: "Aging in America, Challenges that Alzheimer's Diease Presents, and Potential Solutions."

"We were so pleased to have had such a wonderful group of honorees this year. They are all superb models of dedication and commitment serving our Alzheimer's community, whether family or professional caregivers, volunteers, or pet therapy dogs!" "We were also so privileged to have Kathryn Madigan, Esq., as our keynote speaker and special advocacy honoree for her efforts in forwarding The Compact for Long-Term Care in New York State. Ms. Madigan's talk was exceptional; she has a vast knowledge and great insight to eldercare in New York State and the country." said Patricia Gallatin, LIAF's Executive Director.

Now celebrating 20 years of service, LIAF has been there to "light the way and lighten the burden" for families struggling with Alzheimer's disease. LIAF hosts the area's largest resource and referral center and offers a wide range of cutting edge educational and social services, including in-home respite care, "Coping and Caring" conferences, and comprehensive Centers for Memory Disorders at area medical facilities, serving Nassau, Suffolk, Brooklyn and Queens.

 

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LIAF Caregivers Speak About Support Group's Value

Panel of Local Women from LIAF Support Group Present at "Coping and Caring" Conference

group 3.jpgFor nearly half-an-hour the crowd in the Crest Hollow Country Club ballroom sat in hushed silence, as Marilyn Ward, Jennie LoJacono, and Maxine Atkins shared their experiences as family caregivers.  Some in the audience nodded as Marilyn and Maxine discussed the challenges of adjusting to their husbands' dementias and many dabbed tears from their eyes as Jennie shared the sorrow of a mother watching her daughter's decline into the advanced stages of Alzheimer's disease.  Through their words, as well as their united presence on stage, the women shared with the audience the tremendous support, friendship and camaraderie they have found in one another during this most challenging of life's journeys.

The three women are participants in LIAF's Dix Hills Caregiver Support Group.  Together with the group's facilitator, Alana Rosenstein, LMSW, they offered the audience a unique look at the emotional intimacy and practical guidance available in LIAF's support groups. 

Slowly audience members began to raise their hands -- first to thank the women for the honesty and courage of their presentation, and then to share their own experiences as family and professional caregivers.  One woman shared her struggle to feel valued in her role as caregiver.  Another asked the panel's advice in addressing her mother's agitated and sometimes aggressive behavior.  The panelists responded with warmth and understanding, allowing the questioners to experience the validation and group strength that support groups can provide.

 If you would lilke more information about LIAF support groups, please call (516) 767-6856.

 
LIAF Celebrates 20 Years

Founder Janet B. Walsh describes the "Beginnings" of LIAF

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I have been involved with raising awareness for Alzheimer's disease since 1985. It's not that I chose to be an advocate -- I really had no choice. Twenty-two years ago very few people had as much experience with Alzheimer's as I did, that were in a position to "get the word out."

My grandparents came to live with us when I was 5 years old. Soon afterward, it became apparent that Sarah (my grandmother) wasn't herself. Back then we referred to this type of dementia as "senility." In my neighborhood of Queens, it seemed like everyone at one time had a grandparent who had lost their memory. My grandmother was cared for by my parents and sisters, and not one of us thought this was an unrealistic task until she became bedridden. I did what I could to help, and increased my reading skills as I sat by grandma's hospital bed -- which now occupied our small dining room. I think it was the love I experienced for my grandmother that endeared me to the elderly. Uncles and aunts would come to visit her; after all, Sarah raised nine children while working as a superintendent of the brownstone where they lived in Yorkville, Manhattan.

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LIAF NEWSFLASH

Spaces Open in Memory Lane Club!
The Memory Lane Club, LIAF's social model adult day program for people with moderate to advanced AD is welcoming new members!  For more information, call Stephanie DePalma, CTRS at (516) 767-6856.
 
New Support Groups Formed!

Long Island Alzheimer’s Foundation is pleased to offer three new support groups for caregivers.

Two of these support groups are specifically for adult children caregivers. One group will meet at 3 PM on Thursday afternoons, while the other session will be conducted on Tuesday evenings at 7 PM.  Both Adult Children Support Groups will meet at LIAF’s Port Washington location.

In addition, LIAF is pleased to partner with Brandywine Assisted Living at the Savoy for a caregiver support group at their Little Neck location.  This group will meet Tuesdays from 3 -4 PM.

For further information on these or other LIAF support groups, please call (516) 767-6856.

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Advanced Stage Spousal Group Seeks New Members

LIAF is pleased to offer a specialized support group for people whose spouse is in the advanced stages of Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.  This professionally facilitated support group will provide:

  • A supportive environment to verbalize feelings with  peers.
  • Opportunities to discuss care options and end-of-life concerns.
  • Professional guidance in negotiating the role-changes as a spouse’s dementia progresses.
  • Information and resources for the advanced-stage couple.

For more information, contact Alana Rosenstein, LMSW at (516) 767-6856.

 

Syndicate

National Dementia Specialist Available to Provide Training at Your Facility

Teepa Snow Will Be in Our Area in July!

When Teepa Snow speaks, audiences listen.  Teepa's folksy style and warm sense of humor captivate participants' attention, allowing her to impart the wisdom collected in her quarter-century of experience working with people with dementia and their families.  Teepa's half and full-day trainings on a full range of topics for professional and family caregivers are available for your private booking.  For more information, call Stephanie DePalma, CTRS at (516) 767-6856.

 
Shop and Support LIAF
Check out the Yellow Brick Mall page for the Long Island Alzheimer's Foundation. You can support LIAF by simply purchasing from the many online stores shown on the page. When you click on the store link from the LIAF store page to make a purchase, a portion of that purchase (the percentage or dollar amount listed under the merchant's name) goes to the Long Island Alzheimer's Foundation. It's that easy!!
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To start helping LIAF and get great savings click on the yellow brick to go to the LIAF Yellow Brick Mall.
 

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