Alzheimer’s Support Groups in Oregon

The demands of caregivers are well known, if not well appreciated. Giving elder care at home is physically unable to care for themselves is difficult enough, and introduces a host of stresses and complications that the average person never even thinks about. When you combine those problems with Alzheimer’s or Dementia, the issue becomes even more difficult.

For these dear caregivers, support groups can be priceless.

There are many people who balk at the idea of support groups because of what they see on television. They see superficial gatherings of people who smile alot and continually say things like, “we’re here for you.” These people are often battling serious addictions or emotional brokenness.

This is an incomplete picture. Support groups are, simply about supporting people in a difficult situation. If you are caring for a person with Alzheimer’s, you know that it isn’t easy, and only those in similar situations can really relate to the frustration, the sadness, and the burdens you carry. Many people don’t share those things wiht friends and family for fear of being judged. But this is not a great concern at a support group because you are dealing with total strangers who have gone through similar things. At these groups you can find resources, tips, advice, and answers. Best of all, you can forge new, lasting relationships with people who can continue to walk with you and your loved one during a difficult season where you need people more than anybody else.

To find Alzheimer’s support groups in the state of Oregon, click here.

If you are looking for memory care, you can find Alzheimer’s focused Assisted Living in Oregon, click here for Salem, here for Eugene, or here for Portland.

Memory Care Facilities in Portland, OR

Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease or another type of Dementia? Are you worried about their safety and security?

There are a plethora of fine Elder Care facilities in Portland and many of those specialize in Memory Care. Their services range from Home Care to Respite Care to Adult Day Care to long-term Assisted Living. While many of them treat other ailments and situations as well, these facilities specialize in caring for patients with Alzheimer’s or other forms of Dementia.

Below is a directory of Memory Care facilities in the Eugene, Oregon area.

Click on the facility name for more information.

Name of Facility	Address	Phone #
Gracelen Terrace Nf	10948 SE Boise St	(503) 760-1727
Mirabella Portland	3030 SW Moody Ave # 107	(503) 245-4742
Marquis Care at Autumn Hills	6630 SW Beaverton Hillsdale	(503) 292-7874
Marquis Care at Centennial	725 SE 202nd Ave	(503) 665-3118
Avamere at Bethany	16342 NW Avamere CT	(503) 645-4901
Courtyard Plaza	6125 SE Division St	(503) 788-0896
Courtyard Senior Living	6323 SE Division St	(503) 772-9795
Emerson House	3577 SE Division St	(503) 234-8585
Harvest Homes	6921 N Roberts Ave	(503) 286-2423
Hawthorne Gardens Senior Living	2828 SE Taylor St	(971) 222-0396
Pacific Gardens Alzheimer's Special Care Center	17309 NE Glisan St	(503) 253-4920
Raleigh Hills Assisted Living	4815 SW Dogwood Ln	(503) 297-3200
Regency Park Assisted Living	8300 SW Barnes Rd	(503) 292-8444
Russelville Park	20 SE 103rd	(503) 254-5900
St Anthony Village	3560 SE 79th Ave	(503) 775-4415
St. Andrews Care Center	7617 SE Main St	(503) 257-7946
Summerplace Assisted Living Community	15727 NE Russell St	(503) 252-9361
Clarendon Court Alzheimer's	5732 SE 122nd Ave	(503) 761-3434
Encore Senior Village at Portland	1808 SE 182nd Ave	(503) 492-6942

Memory Care Facilities in Eugene, OR

Do you have a loved one with Alzheimer’s Disease or another type of Dementia? Are you worried about their safety and security?

There are a plethora of fine Elder Care facilities in the Eugene, Oregon area, and many of those specialize in Memory Care. Their services range from Home Care to Respite Care to Adult Day Care to long-term Assisted Living. While many of them treat other ailments and situations as well, these facilities specialize in caring for patients with Alzheimer’s or other forms of Dementia.

Below is a directory of Memory Care facilities in the Eugene, Oregon area. The map indicates the location of these facilities. To match up a facility with a location, simply click on a marker to find the name, or put the name in the map search bar.

Name of Facility	Address	City	Zip	Phone #
Applegate Care Center	709 W Broadway	Eugene	97402	541-343-3445
Chateau Gardens Memory Care	2669 S Cloverleaf Loop	Springfield	97477	541-746-9703
Kingswood Court at Sheldon Park	2440 Willakenzie Rd	Eugene	97401	541-344-1078
Mountain View Senior Living Solutions	PO Box 7364	Eugene	97401	541-741-0449
Thurston Living Center	6452 A St.	Springfield	97478	541-746-0980
Alpine Court Memory Care & Cottages	3720 N Clarey St	Eugene	97402	541-689-3900
Bayberry Commons	2211 Laura St	Springfield	97477	541-744-7000
Elder Health & Living	382 B South 58th Street	Springfield	97478	541-747-4858
Farmington Square	2730 Baily Ln	Eugene	97401	541-344-7902
Gateway Gardens	178 Commons Dr	Eugene	97401	541-302-1283
Good Neighbor Care	78 Centennial Loop	Eugene	97401	541-747-3373
Oaktree Residential Living	5030 W Port St	Eugene	97403	541-607-0688
Southtowne Living Center	389 W 29th Ave	Eugene	97405	541-683-3618

“Memory Walks” to End Alzheimer’s

Over the last twenty years, no organization has shed as much light on the plight of memory loss in America than the Alzheimer’s Association. The group’s vision is to see “a world without Alzheimer’s.”

What will it take? Dedication and lots of money. That’s where their annual “Memory Walks” come in. Since 1989, these charity events have raised more than a quarter Billion dollars for Alzheimer’s research. The Memory Walks enlist thousands of volunteer fund-raisers who gather in hundreds of locations across the country. They walk together in teams, raising millions of dollars through their privately-raised sponsors.

There were walks in every state, including Oregon. On September 27th, thousands of walkers descended on Portland’s Pioneer Courthouse for a 2 Mile Memory Walk across blocked off streets. There were prizes, speakers, and a whole lot of walking! This weekend, on October 11th, another Oregon Memory Walk will take place at Eugene’s Alton Baker Park. The event begins at 1:00, and the walk begins at 2:00.

These Memory Walks have reportedly raised more than $40 Million this year alone for Alzheimer’s research. The Eugene event is sponsored by local businesses. Many of these sponsors are local Memory Care and Elder Care facilities, including Sierra Oaks Residential and Memory Care, SouthTowne Living Center, Good Neighbor Care, Sheldon Park Assisted Living & Memory Care, and especially Gateway Residential Care.

The Difference Between Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Many people ask, “What is the difference between Alzheimer’s and Dementia?” Dementia is a term used to describe a more general condition: loss of cognitive abilities and memory. Alzheimer’s is closely associated with Dementia because it is the most common type. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease. It can be severely debilitating, and often lead to death.

More than 5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s. 96% of those are over the age of 65. Obviously, this has made Alzheimer’s a major issue in Elder Care. Not only is there no known cure for Alzheimer’s, there is no known cause, and no effective way to treat it.

The Alzheimer’s Association raises millions of dollars each year to promote Alzheimer’s education and to ultimately find a cure. The group encourages people to watch for early signs of Alzheimer’s in their loved ones. Their “10 Signs Checklist,” available for download here includes helpful tips to look out for, such as “memory changes that disrupt daily live,” “difficulty completing familiar tasks at home,” and “changes in mood and personality.” The list goes on to explain what should be normal for your loved one, and what is not.

Even though there is no known cure, doctors say that early detection of the disease is important, so if your loved one is showing signs of Alzheimer’s, it is best to see a doctor. After all, memory loss might not mean Alzheimer’s at all, and the root cause might be treatable.

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s could still help your family assess treatment options and map out your future. Will your loved one’s spouse or partner be able to give adequate care? Is it safe for him or her to live alone? Would home care be better, or maybe a Memory Care Center? All of these options can be planned out well in advance if you watch for the 10 signs.