Alison Hranek realized she had a knack for working with people with dementia when she began volunteering with Alzheimer’s San Diego in 2017 as an ALZ Companion volunteer, in-office assistant, and education assistant. She was so inspired by the people she met there and the mission of the organization that she knew serving this population was part of her purpose. Keep reading to get to know Alison!
Poner en práctica el autocuidado es una de las mejores cosas que puedes hacer para ayudar a quien cuidas. Como dice el dicho, “no puedes servir de una taza vacía.”
The San Diego Union-Tribune is a longtime partner. Their special monthly section, CaregiverSD, is a vital source of information and resources for local care partners. We chatted with Lauren J. Mapp, caregiving and senior care reporter, about how this important initiative is making an impact.
Meet Caico, this year’s official Walk4ALZ Pet Mascot!
