Mid-Missouri resources available for people affected by Alzheimer’s and their families
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KMIZ)
This week, ABC 17 News is continuing our 'Living with Alzheimer's' coverage leading up to the Jefferson City Walk to End Alzheimer's on Sunday.
The Greater Missouri Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association serves 86 counties in Missouri and 10 in Illinois. The organization says it supports over 120,000 people living with Alzheimer's in the area and their caretakers.
In 2020, the organization estimated over 319,000 people provided unpaid care to loved ones living with Alzheimer's or other dementias.
The Alzheimer's Association has multiple resources specific to the Mid-Missouri area. In Jefferson City, resources available include educational programs, in-person support groups and online Zoom support groups.
Other resources provided by the Alzheimer's Association via the Helpline include:
- Speak with consultants for decision-making support and assistance
- Learn about the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's disease
- Find local programs
- Information about legal, financial, and care decisions
- Treatment options
"The easiest and best place to direct folks is to our website alz.org and our 800 number," Jefferson City Walk Manager Joe Pallikkathayil said. "They're both available 24/7."
The 24/7 Helpline is a free resource and can be reached by calling 800-272-3900.
At the Jefferson City Walk to End Alzheimer's, officials will be at the event to talk about some of the local resources available.
"Jefferson City stands tall in their support, Walk to End Alzheimer's and the outreach that is happening in terms of Alzheimer's awareness in and out of the community" Pallikkathayil said. "We're really blessed and grateful for the amazing people in the Jefferson City community and how they stand with us."
Join ABC 17 News at the Jefferson City Walk to End Alzheimer's on Oct. 15 at Memorial Park. Last year, the Jefferson City Walk broke its all-time record and raised nearly $134,000. This year, the walk has a goal of raising $140,000.
