Eddy Alzheimer's Services

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You don’t have to go through it alone.

There are more than 1 million family members and friends caring for the nearly 400,000 New Yorkers living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Eddy Alzheimer's Services is primarily funded through the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Initiative, a New York state grant funded effort which seeks to alleviate the financial and emotional burden placed on these caregivers.

Together Eddy Alzheimer’s Services and its grant partner the Alzheimer’s Association of Northeastern New York, provide a wide range of free supportive services for caregivers across a 11-county region. All services are aimed at helping support the caregiver in their caregiving journey. 

We’re Here to Help.

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The Ways We Can Help

Caregiver Assessment

• Caring for an individual with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia can be overwhelming. A Care Consultation is the first step to receiving support. A consultation occurs between the caregiver and one of our Care Navigators. This may include disease education and referrals to community resources. The Care Navigator remains as a source of support throughout the caregiver's journey.
• Family consultations, facilitated by Care Navigators, provide a forum for caregivers and family members to come together to discuss areas of common concern, and work collaboratively to develop strategies to address these concerns.

Education 

There is lot to learn about Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Our education and training programs are designed to help caregivers understand the progression of Alzheimer’s disease and prepare them for their evolving roles as a caregiver. Programs may include: 

• Savvy Caregiver
• Legal and Financial Planning
• Behavioral Management
• Stress Management

Support Groups

Caregiver support groups are designed to provide emotional support, information, resources, and a platform for caregivers to share strategies and lessons learned with other caregivers. Groups include:

• General Caregiver Support Group
• Men's Support Group
• Ambiguous Loss Support Group

Respite

Caregiving for someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias is often a fulltime and exhausting role. Respite care provides temporary relief from the stresses associated with caregiving. Respite services include:

• In-home respite via our Caregiver Directed program or through a contracted agency
• Adult Day Program 
• Overnight respite in a facility, such as an assisted living residence or nursing home

Care Teams

Caregivers often need extra support, or even just an extra pair of hands. Our Care Teams are groups of volunteers, who provide valuable non-medical assistance, support, and companionship to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as their families. Team members receive training and ongoing support through Eddy Alzheimer’s Services. Care Team members may provide the following services:

• Assistance with transportation
• Meal preparation
• Offer medication reminders
• Run errands
• Brief respite visits

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Support for Individuals Living Alone

In addition to services offered for caregivers, Eddy Alzheimer’s Services offers free supportive services to individuals living alone with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. These services aim to assist these individuals so they may maintain their independence and remain in their home. Services are available in Albany, Rensselaer, Saratoga, and Schenectady Counties and include:

• In-home care 
• Adult day programs 
• Transportation 
• Care Management services

Our Service Area

Eddy Alzheimer's Services provides free supportive services in the following counties:

• Albany
• Columbia
• Delaware
• Fulton
• Greene
• Montgomery
• Otsego
• Rensselaer
• Saratoga
• Schenectady
• Schoharie

Our Grant Partners 

Since the 1980s, The Eddy, an affiliate of St. Peter’s Health Partners, has offered  services for individuals with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. Today, Eddy Alzheimer’s Services offers a comprehensive range of memory care services, including care management, education, and outreach support, as well as compassionate care for individuals living and coping with memory loss.

The Northeastern New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association serves the northeastern most corner of New York state. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Additionally, the association offers education, information, and referral services, as well as support for caregivers.