The Alzheimer’s Association National Office has released a 2013 update to the National Plan to address Alzheimer’s Disease. Read on to learn about the top 10 barriers and best practice tools and resources that can help. Barrier #2: Lack of Funding for Research Barrier #3: Delayed Diagnosis Barrier #4: Inadequate Dementia Care Barrier #5 : Ineffective Treatments Barrier #8: Unprepared Family Caregivers Barrier #9: Unprepared Communities • Some communities may not offer adequate education, support and resources Barrier #10: Mounting Costs • The cost to treat Alzheimer’s Disease is extremely high and not sustainable over time • Many clients and family caregivers do not qualify for insurance or government assistance © 2013 Griswold International, LLC A Review of Barriers & Best Practices Alzheimer’s Disease Innovation 2013 • Widespread lack of knowledge/ understanding about Alzheimer’s Disease • High level of public/professional stigma and negative experiences for people living with Alzheimer’s Disease • Poor understanding of the scope of Alzheimer’s Disease “The best hope we have of stemming this epidemic is through investments in research now. Federal funding for Alzheimer’s research is at a historic low.” – Quote from Alzheimer’s advocate • Inaccurate or delayed diagnosis • Frustrating diagnostic process for clients and family caregivers • Diagnosis made without consulting a specialist (Neurologist, Geriatrician, Geriatric Psychiatrist) • Poor care coordination • Need for improved professional training on Alzheimer’s Disease • No treatments today to alter or cure Alzheimer’s Disease Barrier #6: Challenges Facing Diverse Communities Barrier #7: Challenges Facing People Living with Younger- Onset Alzheimer’s Disease brought to you by www.griswoldhomecare.com Call 800-GRISWOLD CaringTimes Celebrate, Educate, Advocate Alzheimer’s Disease Solutions Toolkit Advocate for Alzheimer’s Disease Research: http://bit.ly/1aAm6At Learn About Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosis: http://bit.ly/1dIyQDS Create an Action Plan: http://bit.ly/19vh3iJ Understand and Support People Living with Alzheimer’s Disease: http://bit.ly/1hIa0H4 Learn About Clinical Trials: http://1.usa.gov/HrHMCa Learn About Health Disparity and Alzheimer’s Disease: http://1.usa.gov/HCLeuB Learn About Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease: http://bit.ly/1hIafBU Learn About Alzheimer’s Disease Caregiving: http://bit.ly/1b7rYwa Learn About Best Practice Community Outreach Programs: http://bit.ly/18Tw89C Learn About Financial Assistance Programs: http://bit.ly/16tMRz0 Barrier #1: Lack of Public Awareness Source: National Plan to Address Alzheimer’s Disease 2013 Update - http://aspe.hhs.gov/daltcp/napa/NatlPlan2013.pdf • Eliminate disparity related to access, education and resources • Myth and misperception that Alzheimer’s Disease only affects older adults • Poor access to relevant education, support and services • Family caregivers struggle to find affordable education, care and services • Emotional and physical burden takes it’s toll The US Department of Health and Human Services has released the top 5 goals for the National Alzheimer’s Plan 2013 Source: United States Department of Health and Human Services - http://aspe.hhs.gov/daltcp/napa/natlplan.pdfm Prevent and Effectively Treat Alzheimer's Disease by 2025 Enhance Care Quality and Efficiency Expand Support for People with Alzheimer's Disease and Their Families Enhance Public Awareness and Engagement Track Progress and Drive Improvement