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- Quality of Life Programs
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Shiley-Marcos ADRC Quality of Life (QOL) Programs
The Shiley-Marcos ADRC team recognizes that coping with the changes associated with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias is an ongoing process that impacts the lives of the diagnosed inpiduals, their family members, and their relationships in the community. Adequate education about the disease process and sufficient knowledge of the multifaceted resources available to individuals and their family members is paramount to successful coping.
Activity Information
We offer the community an opportunity to be involved in a variety of QOL programs organized through our research center and partnering agencies. All programs are free-of-charge.
Dates & Times
Alert
Due to COVID-19, our support groups are currently offered via Zoom and can be accessed by computer or phone.
Please see the program information below for days and times. For more information, contact Tracey Truscott, LCSW.
Available Quality of Life Programs
Memories at the Museum
About the Program
Monthly docent-led tours of four Balboa Park Art Museums for persons with mild-to-moderate dementia and an accompanying caregiver or friend. Read the San Diego Union Tribune article about the program.
When: Virtual tours will be offered on the first Tuesday of every month from 2-3 p.m.
Recuerdos en el museo virtual
Sobre el programa
Guías capacitados ofrecen recorridos virtuales e interactivos a participantes con trastornos de la memoria y a sus cuidadores.
Cuándo: Los recorridos virtuales se ofrecerán el primer martes de cada mes de 2 a 3 p.m.
Descargar Recuerdos en el Museo Virtual Volantes - Spanish (PDF)
Llame al (858) 822-4800 para más información.
My Life Through the Lens
About the Program
This four-session photo-taking, the album-making workshop developed by the Museum of Photographic Arts (MOPA) is offered a few times/year to participants with Alzheimer's or a related disorder and an accompanying family member or friend.
Download the My Life Through the Lens Flyer - English (PDF)
Descargar el Mi Vida a Traves de la Lente Volantes - Spanish (PDF)
Musical Biographies
About the Program
In this 6-session multisensorial workshop, participants will create an inpidualized music playlist, recount the memories it inspires, and create a memory book. This program is offered through a partnership between Villa Musica and the Shiley-Marcos Alzheimer's Disease Research Center.