New resources support families at every stage of the disease 

TOLEDO, OH, Nov. 14, 2025 – During National Family Caregivers and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in November, the Alzheimer’s Association is joining communities across the country in honoring the nearly 12 million Americans who provide unpaid care for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia.

Pam Myers, senior director, programs for the Alzheimer’s Association Northwest Ohio and Central Ohio chapters

“We see firsthand how much love and commitment caregivers bring to their roles.Our support groups are here to make sure that caregivers have the resources, education and encouragement they need to meet the challenges of caregiving.”

The Alzheimer’s Association has launched several new and expanded resources to help families navigate the challenges of dementia. 

  • Transitions in Care, a new online education program that helps families navigate the decision to transition a person living with dementia into long-term care.
  • The Empowered Caregiver, an evidenced-based education program designed for middle- and late-stage caregivers to build skills, manage stress and find community.
  • My ALZ Journey, a free, personalized digital tool that helps people newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementias – and their care partners – access tailored information and local support.

Currently, there are 452,000 Ohio caregivers providing care to 236,200 individuals living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Myers encourages caregivers to prioritize their own well-being by tapping into local resources for guidance and support.

Myers continued-

“Caregivers devote so much energy to their loved ones that they can forget to ask for help from the Association or their friends or family. Connecting with others through programs and support groups can ease the burden, reduce stress and remind caregivers that they’re not alone.”

Visit alz.org/nadam to find resources or share a special message of thanks during National Family Caregivers Month.

For the first time, the number of people living with Alzheimer’s disease in the U.S. is more than 7 million, including 236,200 in Ohio. Deaths due to Alzheimer’s increased by 142% between 2000 and 2022, while deaths from the leading cause of mortality (heart disease) decreased by 2.1%. 

To learn more about Alzheimer’s or to access free support and resources, visit alz.org/nwohio or call the Northwest Ohio Chapter at 419.537.1999.

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