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 ofFunding for Research

Barrier #3:Delayed Diagnosis

Barrier #4: Inadequate Dementia Care

Barrier #5: Ineffective Treatments

Barrier #8: UnpreparedFamily Caregivers

Barrier #9: UnpreparedCommunities

• 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

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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: ChallengesFacing People Living with Younger-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease

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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 ofPublic 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 releasedthe 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

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