“This Week at OPICA”

12 Best Alzheimer’s and Dementia Books for Caregivers

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's or dementia can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate this journey alone. The right book can offer practical strategies, emotional support, and valuable insights to help you provide better care while maintaining your well-being.

In this article, we've compiled the 12 best books for dementia caregivers, from expert guides on managing challenging behaviors to heartfelt memoirs that remind you you're not alone.

Understanding the Changing Brain: A Positive Approach to Dementia Care

by

Teepa Snow

Creating Moments of Joy Along the Alzheimer's Journey: A Guide for Families and Caregivers, Fifth Edition, Revised and Expanded

Jolene Brackey

Activities to do with Your Parent who has Alzheimer's Dementia

by

Judith A. Levy. EdM. OTR

OPICA Adult Day Program

Our members are enjoying Art, Music,

Exercise, Games, Current Events and More!

Each month we publish the Monthly Calendar

for the Day Program.

Look for some of your favorite activities

and come join us!

2025 OPICA Holiday Days off Calendar

June Program Schedule

Monday through Friday

9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Email Sara Kaye for more information about the

OPICA Adult Day Care Program

Starting off our day at OPICA with chair exercises. Great to get the blood flowing and our bodies moving!

We had out last performance from the New Charter High School String quartet. As they wind up the school year, we feel so fortunate to have had them entertain OPICA.

A BIG Thanks to these talented students! Certificates of appreciation were give to all of them.

Rita brings her positive energy to OPICA.

Davit entertains the Day Members. Some dance, some just love to sing a long.

Friendships are made at OPICA.

Mary M. and Annette R.

Enjoying the craft activity today.

JUNE BIRTHDAYS

We have a lot of celebrating to do.....

Happy Birthday to Donald F.

His daughter, Kellye joined him and all of us at OPICA to celebrate his special day!

A special birthday to Josh B. Rosa brought in a delicious cake and we even had Tom sing Happy Birthday with all the members at OPICA.

Upcoming Seminars

OPICAcares

Caregiver Support Group

Join a group today.

on Zoom

Join us the first Wednesday of each month

310-478-0226 ext. 111

or email opicacares@opica.org

Alzheimer's Los Angles

Classes & Workshops

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In The News

FDA Clears First Blood Test Used in Diagnosing Alzheimer’s Disease

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today cleared for marketing the first in vitro diagnostic device that tests blood to aid in diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease. The Lumipulse G pTau217/ß-Amyloid 1-42 Plasma Ratio is for the early detection of amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease in adult patients, aged 55 years and older, exhibiting signs and symptoms of the disease.

Community Outreach

OPICA Adult Day Care and Counseling Center is proud to introduce "OPICAcares", a new program intended to provide support for individuals living at home alone or individuals in under-resourced communities that are experiencing memory loss.

If you have a family member or friend that could benefit from our services, please share this valuable information with them.

This program comes at no cost to the individual or family.

For more information, please email OPICAcares@opica.org or

calling 310-478-0226 ext. 111

This project was supported, in part by grant number 90ADPI0105-01-00, from the U.S. Administration for Community Living, DHHS, Washington, D.C. 20201.

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Refreshing Treats

Homemade Watermelon soft serve

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Watermelon Beverage

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Watermelon Salad

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Be Part of the OPICA on-line Community

OZ (OPICA on ZOOM) plus other Virtual Classes

Have you thought about joining OZ?

OPICA on Zoom is now available at NO cost to members of the

OPICA's Adult Day &

Brain Train Programs

A daily interactive program

from your home.

Be part of the OPICA OZ community.

Combine the Day Program or Brain Train with our Virtual OZ Program,

You can do both!

Email Emily for more information Emilyc@opica.org

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Individual Online Day Programs Continue

Join us every week for one, two or as many groups as

you want to be part of.

Spirit Builders Group and Art Class

All of our groups are facilitated by Marriage and Family Therapists

(LMFT, AMFT, and MFT-Trainees)

Contact Emily Campbell; Emilyc@opica.org for more information about these groups

At OPICA we strive to bring you an assortment of excellent online programs. Please check out the links below for all of our online programs, and hopefully we can spark your interest in joining!

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Join a Group Today

Brain Train Program at OPICA

OPICA’s Brain Train program is designed specifically to cater to individuals dealing with early-stage memory loss.

OPICA's Brain Train Program

In Person or Zoom

What's best for You?

For In Person contact:

Angele Caron

for more information

Angele@opica.org

For Virtual online contact:

Emily Campbell for more information Emilyc@opica.org

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OPICA Support Group

Openings available

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Email for more information

counseling@opica.org

Did you know...

OPICA has a

LOST & FOUND

If you are looking for an item that has been misplaced, or find one that is not yours, OPICA has a Lost & Found. Call us, 310.478.0226

to inquire about your missing item. Items to be returned can be left with Juan at the gate the next time you come to OPICA.

Updated Flu - Covid - RSV Info

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