Helpful COVID-19 Links

State of Minnesota's COVID-19 website - stay up-to-date on the Coronavirus in Minnesota
Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) - MDH works to protect, maintain and improve the health of all Minnesotans
National COVID-Ready Caregiver Training - attend a COVID-19 focused caregiver training and learn how to protect yourself from the virus
HelpOlderAdultsMN.org - a resource list of services offered across the state, including those provided to American Indian elders

As always, the Senior LinkAge Line^® continues to be the best source of unbiased and accurate information for older adults and caregivers. They are available to help Monday - Friday from 8:00 to 4:30. Give them a call at 1-800-333-2433 for help to find the services and supports you need.

Dementia Grants

The Minnesota Board on Aging administers a competitive grant program focusing on dementia and its impact on caregivers. Grants are intended to:

Increase awareness of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias
Promote the benefits of screening for early identification of dementias
Increase the rate of cognitive testing in the population at risk for dementias, and/or
Connect family, friends and neighbors who are caregiving to education, support and resources

Since the creation of MBA Dementia grants:

53,313 persons were provided dementia awareness education and training
(People trained included community members, healthcare professionals, emergency personnel and business owners and their employees)
5,140 persons suspected or diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementias were provided services, supports, and resources
4,842 family, friends and neighbors caregiving were supported

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