Helping Persons with Dementia Live in Their Communities

About Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia

Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe a collection of symptoms that are caused by disorders affecting the brain. Dementia comes in many forms and many conditions are believed to be contributing factors. Dementia can affect communication, thinking, behavior, motor skills and feelings.

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of dementia diagnoses, but it is not the only form of dementia. The PANDA Project is ready to guide you through your journey.

About the PANDA Project

The PANDA Project (Providing Alzheimer’s N’ Dementia Assistance) is an initiative administered by SARCOA. The PANDA Project provides supportive services for People Living with Dementia (PLWD) and their Caregivers at no cost to the consumer. The PANDA Project is made possible through grant funding provided by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), and Alabama Department of Senior Services. 

How PANDA Helps Caregivers

The PANDA Project utilizes a person/family-centered approach to provide supportive services to individuals living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) and their Caregivers. PANDA helps to improve quality of life and may provide:

  1. One-on-One Caregiver Training
  2. Caregiver Intervention
  3. Home Modifications
  4. Supplemental Supplies
  5. Training & Education

PANDA also offers a variety of education and training:

  1. Caregiver Intervention Education
  2. Community Dementia Education
  3. Brain Health Education
  4. First Responder “Dementia Friendly” Training

A New Educational Resource From NADRC

SARCOA is excited to share a new educational resource from the National Alzheimer’s and Dementia Resource Center (NADRC).

The NADRC Webinar Compendium is a free collection of recorded webinars and materials focused on dementia-related topics. It includes presentations hosted by NADRC between 2014 and 2025, covering a wide range of subjects important to caregivers, professionals, and community members.

Webinars are organized by both date and topic, and each listing includes:

  • The webinar title and description
  • Presenter information
  • The original presentation date
  • Related topics
  • Direct links to recordings and materials

This compendium is a helpful, easy-to-use reference for anyone looking to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

You can access the NADRC Webinar Compendium here:
https://nadrc.acl.gov/details?search1=20260224114923

For more information about the PANDA Project contact SARCOA at (334) 793-6843.

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As an area agency on aging, SARCOA works to bring together funding sources and service providers to deliver services that assist both senior citizens and individuals with disabilities, helping them maintain their dignity, independence and quality of life.

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