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In memory of
Mrs. Lurline Agatha DaCosta nee Powell
September 23, 1939 - April 4, 2023
Sep 23, 1939 - Apr 4, 2023
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Background
Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia are debilitating and progressive neurological conditions that can severely impact an individual's cognitive function and ability to perform daily activities. These conditions not only affect the individual living with them but also have significant impacts on their families and caregivers.
As the population ages, the number of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia is increasing, and providing support to them and their families has become a critical issue. There are several reasons why Alzheimer's and dementia support is important, including:
Improved Quality of Life: People living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia can experience a significant reduction in their quality of life due to memory loss, confusion, and other symptoms. Support services such as memory care programs, respite care, and caregiver support groups can help individuals with these conditions to maintain their independence and dignity, and to live their lives to the fullest extent possible.
Assistance with Caregiving: Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia can be challenging and emotionally draining. Support services can provide family members and caregivers with the tools and resources they need to provide high-quality care, including training on how to manage challenging behaviors and access to respite care.
Education and Awareness: Many people are unaware of the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's and dementia, and the impact these conditions can have on individuals and their families. Support services can help raise awareness of these issues and provide education on how to recognize the early signs of cognitive decline, as well as strategies for managing symptoms.
Research and Advocacy: Alzheimer's disease and dementia are complex conditions that require ongoing research and advocacy efforts to improve diagnosis, treatment, and care. Support services can play an important role in advocating for increased funding for research and supporting efforts to improve the quality of care for individuals with these conditions.
In summary, Alzheimer's and dementia support is crucial in providing individuals with these conditions with the best possible quality of life and supporting their families and caregivers in managing the challenges associated with these conditions. Contribute to Alzheimer-Dementia Support Center
As the population ages, the number of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia is increasing, and providing support to them and their families has become a critical issue. There are several reasons why Alzheimer's and dementia support is important, including:
Improved Quality of Life: People living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia can experience a significant reduction in their quality of life due to memory loss, confusion, and other symptoms. Support services such as memory care programs, respite care, and caregiver support groups can help individuals with these conditions to maintain their independence and dignity, and to live their lives to the fullest extent possible.
Assistance with Caregiving: Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia can be challenging and emotionally draining. Support services can provide family members and caregivers with the tools and resources they need to provide high-quality care, including training on how to manage challenging behaviors and access to respite care.
Education and Awareness: Many people are unaware of the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's and dementia, and the impact these conditions can have on individuals and their families. Support services can help raise awareness of these issues and provide education on how to recognize the early signs of cognitive decline, as well as strategies for managing symptoms.
Research and Advocacy: Alzheimer's disease and dementia are complex conditions that require ongoing research and advocacy efforts to improve diagnosis, treatment, and care. Support services can play an important role in advocating for increased funding for research and supporting efforts to improve the quality of care for individuals with these conditions.
In summary, Alzheimer's and dementia support is crucial in providing individuals with these conditions with the best possible quality of life and supporting their families and caregivers in managing the challenges associated with these conditions. Contribute to Alzheimer-Dementia Support Center
All contributions made to Alzheimer-Dementia Support Center through Ever Loved will be sent with the designation, “Wherever it is needed most”, at Derrick Dacosta, Rosy Anderson, Chris DC, Rich DaCosta, Micia Bonta and Barbara Richardson's request.
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Derrick Dacosta (Lurline's son),
Rosy Anderson (Lurline's daughter),
Chris DC,
Rich DaCosta,
Micia Bonta (Lurline's daughter) and
Barbara Richardson (Lurline's daughter).
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