""There are so many families affected by dementia, across generations," Nicolacoudis told San José Spotlight, adding the pressure of caregiving can break up families."
""I realized there wasn't enough awareness and advocacy (for people with dementia), including for caregivers," Nicolacoudis said. "What we do here should be replicated. This is a really good model.""
Maria Nicolacoudis is the CEO of Hearts & Minds Activity Center, a nonprofit in San Jose that offers day care for older adults with dementia and preschool-age children. The center serves 93 adults and 17 children, providing family caregivers with necessary breaks. Nicolacoudis emphasizes the need for greater awareness and advocacy for dementia care. She has a long history of supporting individuals with disabilities, inspired by her experiences caring for her brother with Down syndrome. Hearts & Minds aims to be a replicable model for similar programs.
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