Improve brain health to reduce dementia risk

Resources

There are Alaska and national resources to help protect brain health and to support adults experiencing dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

Alaska and national resources to improve brain health

Request annual cognitive assessment

If you're over 50, ask your health care provider for an annual cognitive assessment. This is a test that can help identify early signs of Alzheimer's or dementia. There are many benefits to catching these signs early. If you get a positive result, that does not always mean you have dementia. Your health care provider can start identifying the cause. Other benefits include earlier treatment and more time to access medical, legal, and financial care.

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National Institute on Aging

This institute offers comprehensive information on dementia, research updates, and tips for healthy aging.

Visit https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers-and-dementia for more details.

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If you or loved ones are experiencing Alzheimer's Disease and dementia, you are not alone.

You can find organizations and resources that can help.

Contact Alzheimer's Resource of Alaska

Find information, resources, and support services for people living with dementia and their caregivers. Visit their website at https://www.alzalaska.org/.

Call the Alzheimer's Association 24/7 free Helpline (800) 272-3900

Find support and information for people living with dementia, caregivers, and families.

Explore the Alaska Dementia Caregiver Resource Guide

Find resources, information, and support for Alaska caregivers of people with dementia.
Download the guide at https://www.alzalaska.org/caregiver-resource-guide/.

Put legal, financial, and end-of-life plans in place

Put plans in place to take control of your decision making. Find planning guides and workshops at https://www.alz.org/help-support/i-have-alz/plan-for-your-future.

Join the Mind Matters program

Join an education and support program for Alaskans with memory loss and their caregivers or partners. Learn more or sign up at https://www.alzalaska.org/mind-matters/.

You can make many healthy changes that protect brain health with support through Alaska's Fresh Start programs. Visit the Fresh Start main webpage to find the program that's right for you.

• Learn more about habits that can protect brain health
• Find free handouts and videos sharing more information about reducing chances of dementia
• Return to the main Fresh Start webpage about reducing dementia risk