Gleizé. Alzheimer's: Hippocampe celebrates its 20th anniversary and adapts to the new needs of caregivers

For twenty years, Hippocampe de Gleizé has been supporting people with memory disorders and their loved ones. In response to changing caregiver profiles and societal expectations, the organization is focusing on innovation and family respite.

Patients participating in a workshop, surrounded by healthcare professionals. Photo Georges Maire

Hippocampe, a day care center in Gleizé, is celebrating its twentieth anniversary. Since its creation, it has seen the profiles of the people it supports and their caregivers evolve. "Today, we see more child caregivers than spouses. The patients, for their part, have changed their activities and expectations. Ten years ago, admission to a nursing home was...

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