IDEA! is an evidenced-informed intervention developed and evaluated by Alzheimer’s Los Angeles. It is designed to equip family caregivers with practical knowledge and strategies for recognizing and responding to challenging dementia-related behaviors. This simple 3-step strategy aims to explore and understand why behaviors happen, their meanings, and practical tips to respond.

• Projects within Dementia Capable Southern Arizona are supported by the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $999,996.00. Funding includes support from ACL/HHS as well as varying contributions from non-government sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ACL/HHS, or the U.S. Government.