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What We Do
Awareness
We know that caring for someone with memory loss is often isolating. Bringing awareness to the disease and encouraging families to share their challenges and successes is essential. In 2015, we hosted the first annual Alzheimer’s Walk in Port Huron. We continue to celebrate the lives of those living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease while bringing caregivers and their families together. This annual event held in September has raised thousands of dollars to support research, education, and to provide respite grants for our local caregivers. Click here to view our upcoming events.
Education
People who provide care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias face many challenges. Family caregivers are often overwhelmed by this responsibility. One of the most effective ways to ensure optimal care for those with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease is through caregiver education. Learning about the disease and knowing what to expect can help caregivers feel more in control. It is also important for caregivers to learn ways to manage stress and care for themselves while in the midst of caring for a loved one.
The Dementia & Alzheimer’s Association of St. Clair County provides educational programs featuring speakers that are leaders in the field of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. We also support families by linking them to existing education and support programs offered throughout our community. Click here to view our upcoming events.
Respite Care Grants
Respite care provides caregivers a temporary rest from caring for a loved one. It also allows caregivers time to take care of errands while having comfort and peace of mind, knowing their loved one is safe. The Dementia & Alzheimer’s Association of St. Clair County Respite Care Fund provides grants for respite care for caregivers in St. Clair County. Click here to learn more about respite care grants.
Resource Referral
Every person’s needs are unique when it comes to dementia and Alzheimer’s care. We can help provide resources and referrals including:
- Support Groups
- Activities
- Safety
- Legal Matters
- Caregiver Support
- Adult Day Programs
- In-Home Care
- Residential Care
- Research
The Dementia & Alzheimer’s Association of St. Clair County is committed to improving the lives of those living with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease and supporting their families. We are here to help.
Our Board of Directors
Debra Johnson
President
St. Clair Community Mental Health
Ted Barss
Vice President
Community Member
Elizabeth King
Secretary
St. Clair County Health Department
Brian Larsen
Treasurer
Starpath Adult Day Program
Dr. Doug Krause
Medical Professional
David Wagner
Life Skills Centers
Janice Rose
Caregiver/Finance
Scott Crawford
St. Clair Council on Aging
Anna Hutchinson
Lakeshore Woods
Patti Samar
Communications/Marketing
Mat King
St. Clair County Sheriff
Michelle Bezemek
McLaren Port Huron (Marwood)
Lynn Wilhelm
Executive Director
Susan Jones
Community Member / Retired Nurse
Our Board of Directors
Debra Johnson
President
St. Clair Community Mental Health
Ted Barss
Vice President
Community Member
Brian Larsen
Treasurer
Starpath Adult Day Program
Elizabeth King
Secretary
St. Clair County Health Department
Lynn Wilhelm
Executive Director
Michelle Bezemek
McLaren Port Huron (Marwood)
David Wagner
Life Skills Centers
Dr. Doug Krause
Medical Professional
Janice Rose
Caregiver/Finance
Scott Crawford
St. Clair Council on Aging
Anna Hutchinson
Lakeshore Woods
Patti Samar
Communications/Marketing
Mat King
St. Clair County Sheriff
Susan Jones
Community Member / Retired Nurse
Our Accomplishments
Thousand Dollars Raised
Over $108,000 raised from our annual Run/5K beginning in 2015
Thousand Dollars Donated
to UofM connecting local participants to research studies
People in St. Clair County
There are an est. 3,500 people over the age of 65 living with Alzheimer’s and Dementia in St. Calir County
Local Families Assisted
61 St. Clair County Families have received respite care assistance from the Dementia & Alzheimer’s Association of St. Clair county
Established in 2014 by Marcia Haynes as a Summit on Alzheimer’s with support from local agencies. This would later evolve to become the Dementia & Alzheimer’s Resource Committee (DARC), and in 2023 became the Dementia & Alzheimer’s Association of St. Clair County.
Joined the Community Services Coordinating Body as an associated initiative in 2015.
Established the Respite Grant Program in 2016, funding $34,460 worth of respite care services to 61 families since its inception.
Received a $7,000 donation from the Fred Haynes memorial in 2016.
Featured in the University of Michigan’s Michigan Medicine MIND MATTERS newsletter, outlining success of the committee’s grass-roots efforts (2018).
Purchased education materials on Dementia and Alzheimer’s to donate to the nursing education program at St. Clair County Community College.
Led support groups for families, providing respite care so caregivers could attend freely.
Presented regular educational programs geared towards professionals, family caregivers, and the general community. Twelve events/sessions have been held to date.
Sponsored the 2018 Caregiver Expo with keynote speaker Kim Campbell, wife of singer Glen Campbell, bringing together 178 participants and 16 vendor agencies.
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