Alzheimer's Association Southeast Florida Chapter (Port St Lucie)

Address

531 Northwest Lake Whitney Place
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986

(800) 272-3900

http://www.alz.org/seflorida

Description:

Provides an array of local programs and services to patients, caregivers and professionals in Palm Beach, Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, St. Lucie Counties.

Hours:

24 hour Helpline; office hours: Monday-Friday / 9 am-5 pm

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

April 24, 2024

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

531 Northwest Lake Whitney Place
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986

Mailing

531 NW Lake Whitney Pl
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986

Contacts

https://www.facebook.com/actionalz

Primary Contact

Keith Gibson

Director of Programs

kgibson@alz.org

Phone Numbers

MAIN SITE PHONE

(800) 272-3900

Treasure Coast Phone

(772) 546-1619

Description

Provides support, education and encouragement to caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and/or other related dementia's. Caregiver support groups meet throughout the area at varied times, days and locations. Caregiver support groups are free. Please call the Alzheimer's Association 24 hour Helpline for specific information regarding caregiver support groups in your area or visit www.alz.org/seflorida for a complete listing.

Hours

Call 24 hour Helpline for support group schedules in area or visit website www.alz.org/seflorida

Required Documents

Contact by phone.

Eligibility

No restrictions.

Fees

No fees charged.

Intake Procedure

Contact by phone.

Languages

English.

Service Area

India River County, Martin County,k Okeechobee County, St Lucie County

Geography Served

None

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-272-3900
Type:
Service Phone
Name:
MAIN SITE PHONE
Number:
772-546-1619
Type:
Service Phone
Name:
Treasure Coast Phone
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.4500-120) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Caregiver Education- A caregiver is any person involved in the care of a dementia patient. Training is provided for family caregivers and professional caregivers. Topics include: communication, safety, and behavior management. Health care providers are encouraged to receive this training. Support Group Leader - Caregivers dealing with dementia patients need specialized support. Training is provided as needed for new support group leaders and quarterly to update training for current support group leaders. Information on topics of interest to caregivers is provided to all support group leaders on an ongoing basis.

Hours

Contact by phone.

Required Documents

Contact by phone.

Eligibility

No restrictions.

Fees

Call for information.

Intake Procedure

Contact by phone.

Languages

English, Spanish.

Service Area

India River County, Martin County,k Okeechobee County, St Lucie County

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Florida
    • Indian River County
      • Martin County
        • Okeechobee County
          • Saint Lucie County

          Telephone Numbers

          Number:
          800-272-3900
          Type:
          Service Phone
          Name:
          MAIN SITE PHONE
          Number:
          772-546-1619
          Type:
          Service Phone
          Name:
          Treasure Coast Phone
          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PH-0800) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Description

          Provide a variety of educational offerings for staff of assisted living facilities, skilled nursing facilities, daycare centers, home health agencies, and other programs working with Alzheimer's Disease and other memory disorders. Community Training - Any group or community organization may contact the Chapter to request a speaker. The Chapter has a commitment to educate the community regarding Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias and to increase community awareness. Police Training - A specialized program geared toward law enforcement agencies to assist officers in recognizing a dementia patient and the appropriate approach and intervention strategies.

          Hours

          Contact by phone.

          Required Documents

          Contact by phone.

          Eligibility

          No restrictions.

          Fees

          Call for information.

          Intake Procedure

          Contact by phone.

          Languages

          English.

          Service Area

          India River County, Martin County,k Okeechobee County, St Lucie County

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Florida
            • Indian River County
              • Martin County
                • Okeechobee County
                  • Saint Lucie County

                  Telephone Numbers

                  Number:
                  800-272-3900
                  Type:
                  Service Phone
                  Name:
                  MAIN SITE PHONE
                  Number:
                  772-546-1619
                  Type:
                  Service Phone
                  Name:
                  Treasure Coast Phone
                  Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (HH-0500.1600-650) and related services within the Service Tree.

                  Description

                  Helpline callers receive telephone Care Consultation from a master's level clinician who is trained to provide Alzheimer's disease and related dementia information, resources, supportive counseling and crisis intervention to callers in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Broward, Okeechobee, Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Educational meetings for individuals with early stage Alzheimers or related dementia's and their care partners.

                  Hours

                  Every day / 24 hours

                  Required Documents

                  Contact by phone.

                  Eligibility

                  No restrictions.

                  Fees

                  No fees charged.

                  Intake Procedure

                  Contact by phone.

                  Languages

                  English, Spanish, translation service available in 150+ languages.

                  Service Area

                  India River County, Martin County,k Okeechobee County, St Lucie County

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Florida
                    • Indian River County
                      • Martin County
                        • Okeechobee County
                          • Saint Lucie County

                          Telephone Numbers

                          Number:
                          800-272-3900
                          Type:
                          Service Phone
                          Name:
                          MAIN SITE PHONE
                          Number:
                          772-546-1619
                          Type:
                          Service Phone
                          Name:
                          Treasure Coast Phone
                          Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-3000.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

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