Resources
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Resources
2021 Alzheimer's Facts and Figures Infographic 
10 Warning Signs Worksheet from the Alzheimer's Association
Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline (link)
Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures in Iowa
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Program Information Sheet
Alzheimer's, Dementia and Public Health Webinar Recording (link)
Alzheimer’s disease is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States, and its prevalence is growing. More than five million Americans are affected by Alzheimer’s, but that number is expected to triple by 2050. This program highlights the growing focus of Alzheimer’s and dementia in public health; what causes memory loss; what the latest research shows in our fight against these conditions; what can be done to decrease one’s risk; what resources exist and what the Iowa Department of Public Health is doing to help.
Cognitive Decline Indicators and Chronic Disease Brief
Landscape Report: Alzheimer's Disease & Related Dementia Care in Iowa
This landscape report defines the current demand for dementia care by accounting for the prevalence of Iowans with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) and their use of health and supportive services. This assessment also looks at programs and services in Iowa dedicated to persons with ADRD, and estimates access and use. Printed copies of this report are available by request. If you would like a hard copy, please contact us (link).
Subjective Cognitive Decline in Iowa
Healthy Brain Resources
10 Ways to Love Your Brain
Healthy Heart, Healthy Brain: Steps for Protecting the Heart, Brain, and Body
Healthy Aging, Healthy Brain
Brains love bookworms! Bookmarks for Iowa libraries are available upon request. View the flyer for more information
Caregiving Resources
Iowa Caregiving Statistics
Prestación de Cuidados
Create a Caregiving Care Plan
Respite Care
Iowa Caregiving Support Group Information from the Alzheimer's Association (link)
Chronic Disease/Cognitive Decline Rack Cards
To request cards be sent to your organization, please contact us (link).
Healthy Blood Sugar, Healthy Brain
Healthy Blood Pressure, Healthy Brain
Healthy Diet, Healthy Brain
Healthy Body, Healthy Brain
Healthy Blood Sugar, Healthy Brain (Spanish)
Healthy Blood Pressure, Healthy Brain (Spanish)
Healthy Diet, Healthy Brain (Spanish)
Healthy Body, Healthy Brain (Spanish)
Alzheimer's Prevention Posters
Request Free Posters or Bookmarks
There are five different poster options, available in English and Spanish. If you have questions, email Katie Pfadenhauer.
Alzheimer's Prevention Poster Options (English)
Alzheimer's Prevention Poster Options (Spanish)