Celebrating Caregivers as
Care Champions
Thank You to Our 2024 Sponsors
PRESENTING SPONSORS
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias program
Heading into the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Program’s third year, the program continues to increase awareness of brain health, Alzheimer’s disease, and dementias across the state, while expanding collaboration and tracking of strategic plan activities outlined in the 2023-2028 ADRD Strategic Plan for Idaho. The program represents 27,000 Idahoans with an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, countless Idahoans who have dementia, 65,000 family caregivers who care for someone with ADRD, and all Idahoans who want to know how to reduce their risk of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia through a public health approach.
Molina Healthcare of Idaho
For the health care you need now, lean on Molina. No matter how the world may change, one thing remains the same: at Molina Healthcare, our highest priority is our members’ good health. We design our plans around your needs, just like we have for more than 40 years.
SUSTAINING SPONSORS
LEARN
LEARN – Lifelong Education and Aging Resource Network, Inc is an Idaho-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a mission to help people navigate the joys and challenges of aging and caregiving. We serve as a trusted source of information and resources and provide FREE education delivered by volunteer LEARN member professionals and partners. With over 150 videos in our online Video Library in the topic areas of health, wealth, lifestyle, caregiving, technology, and elder abuse awareness, our in-person technology classes, and our Professional Education program our goal is to make sure Idahoans have access to the aging and caregiving resource and information they need.
St. Luke's Health System
“People deserve the very best we can offer, from safety and quality care to advanced technology, education and tools to live a healthy life. Our strategy outlines our plans to improve access to care, lower costs, and work with partners to support healthy communities.”
SUPPORTING SPONSORS
AARP Idaho
AARP’s purpose is to empower people to live better as they age, leading positive social change and delivering value to members through advocacy, service and information to make things better for society and play a positive role in communities of all kinds.
Delta Dental of Idaho
Delta Dental of Idaho is the leading dental benefits carrier in the state, providing quality, affordable dental plans for both companies and individuals. We are a not-for-profit organization seeking to improve the dental health of all Idahoans through our plan offerings and community outreach programs. Nationally, Delta Dental member companies provide coverage to more than 80 million Americans. For more information, visit deltadentalid.com.
Idaho Community Care Program
The Community Care Program provides case management services statewide to those who are caring for an individual with memory concerns and/or Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias. These services include caregiver assessments to help identify needs, referrals to caregiver-focused events such as support groups, community resources, and respite services. The Community Care Program is operated by Southwest Idaho Agency on Aging and Idaho Commission on Aging.
My Places Community Events
My Places Community Events (MPCE) is an Idaho 501c3 founded in 2015 for educational and enrichment purposes. Our Mission is to provide Safe, Adaptive, and Integrated Events for people of all ages and abilities. We want to have FUN in our community by connecting with others to learn and grow. We partner with local businesses to offer activities every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, supporting our local economy and giving participants a public space to socialize and interact. We do not provide support staff. We do ensure that there is no cost for support staff to attend. Our volunteer board comprises caregivers, parents, and people who believe that ‘Everyone Deserves Support.’ Each year, on the last Wednesday in May, we host an All Abilities Carnival at Expo Idaho to bring together as many community resources and fun as possible. For more information, please visit MyPlacesCE.org.
Saint Alphonsus
At Saint Alphonsus, we serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities. We value reverence, commitment to those experiencing poverty, safety, justice, stewardship and integrity.
Southeast Idaho Area Agency on Aging
The Area V Agency on Aging (AVAA) located in Pocatello is the designated Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) for Southeast Idaho. The AVAA serves the citizens of Bannock, Bear Lake, Bingham, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida and Power counties. Our mission is to provide a person-centered network of quality services and supports that empower, inspire and educate older adults, persons with disabilities, vulnerable adults and family caregivers to maintain their independence, safety, dignity and quality of life in the setting of their choice.
United Healthcare
United Healthcare is dedicated to helping people live healthier lives and making the health system work better for everyone by simplifying the health care experience, meeting consumer health and wellness needs, and sustaining trusted relationships with care providers. In the United States, United Healthcare offers the full spectrum of health benefit programs for individuals, employers, and Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, and contracts directly with more than 1.6 million physicians and care professionals, and 8,000 hospitals and other care facilities nationwide. The company also provides health benefits and delivers care to people through owned and operated health care facilities in South America. United Healthcare is one of the businesses of United Health Group (NYSE: UNH), a diversified health care company. For more information, visit United Healthcare at www.uhc.com or follow United Healthcare on LinkedIn.
CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS
Blue Cross of Idaho
Blue Cross of Idaho knows how important it is to get the quality, affordable healthcare you deserve. With our combined Medicare-Medicaid Coordinated Plan (MMCP), you’ll get coverage tailored to your needs, as well as additional services like Care Coordination to help you manage your care. The True Blue Special Needs Plan provides Medicare and Medicaid benefits, including Part D, under one plan at no additional cost. With just one member ID card, you get access to a large provider network, meals service, extra support around the home, and more.
Center on Disabilities and Human Development
The University of Idaho’s Center on Disabilities and Human Development (CDHD) is one of 67 nationwide University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). Designated by federal law, UCEDDs work collectively to solve complex societal problems and build a quality workforce prepared to support transformative initiatives that shape future outcomes for people across the age span, from culturally diverse backgrounds who experience disabilities or are at-risk.
Select Health
Select Health® is a nonprofit health plan dedicated to simplifying healthcare for our more than one million members across the Mountain West. Through a shared mission with Intermountain Health of Helping People Live the Healthiest Lives Possible®, Select Health is committed to providing simple, sincere, and seamless experiences and products. Select Health offers commercial and government medical plans, as well as dental, vision, and pharmacy benefit management. For more information, visit www.selecthealth.org.
COMMUNITY PARTNERS
Black Swan Money Management
Black Swan Money Management provides timely, accurate and realistic money management practices such as paying bills, handling banking, organizing important documents, troubleshooting service accounts and vendors. Our personal finance service brings financial peace of mind to our client’s lives, allowing them to live their lives more fully! Our services include:
- Bill Paying
- Budgeting
- Coordinating with your Attorneys, CPAs, and Financial Planners
- Debt Reduction
- Financial Fraud & Record Management
- Organizing Important Legal & Tax Documents
- Providing Reports (Income, Expenses, Cash Flow)
Hike 2 Heal
Seasoned caregivers know the secret to success is to take time for yourself. Time to recharge. Hike 2 Heal is a resource for Idahoans who are caregivers. Founded in 2018 as a 501(c)3 nonprofit we’ve been connecting caregivers through outdoor adventures and providing respite care for those caring for loved ones. Our mission is to be a support system to caregivers through outdoor adventures so that caregivers can regain balance and perspective.
Our day hikes, backpacking, and snowshoeing trips allow caregivers to connect with others on a similar journey. The adventures are open to all experience levels. Caregivers can truly come, take a break, and experience the healing power of nature. All expenses are covered, including transportation, food, equipment, and supplies if needed. Our vision at Hike 2 Heal is that every caregiver has the support network they need to live balanced lives in their role as a caregiver.
COMMUNITY FRIENDS
