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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.
QOL flyer summarizing all of the currently available QOL programs.
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 care partner.
When:
In-Person tours will be offered on the third Thursday from 2-3 p.m.
No Cost Registration Required:
Register on Eventbrite or contact the SMADRC at 858-822-4800 or participate@ucsd.edu
Learn More:
Read the San Diego Union Tribune article about the program.
Read the Del Mar Times article about the virtual MATM program.
Musical Biographies
About the Program
In this 6-session multisensorial workshop, participants and their care-partners will create an individualized 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.
When:
Musical Biographies sessions are offered in the Spring and Fall of each year.
Pre-registration available for 2024 Dates:
Spring: 4/3/25 - 5/8/25
Fall: 10/2/25 - 11/6/25
No Cost Registration Required:
Register on Eventbrite or contact the SMADRC at 858-822-4800 or participate@ucsd.edu
Learn More:
Read the Union Tribune article about Musical Biographies.
Watch a video about the program to learn more.
Reminiscence Gardening
About the Program
This partnership with the San Diego Master Gardeners offers persons with cognitive decline and a care partner the opportunity to connect with others in a supportive environment while engaging with plant materials for sensory stimulation, reminiscence, and the opportunity to exercise intact abilities.
When: 10am-12pm
June 12, 2025
July 24, 2025
Sept 25, 2025
No Cost Registration Required:
Contact the SMADRC at 858-822-4800 or participate@ucsd.edu