Abstract
The baby boomer generation is reaching the age of 65 at approximately 10,000 per day. There is a host of issues for a graying population, particularly older adults living alone without informal support. Persons living alone with a diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment and no family or informal support are at risk of losing independence at a faster rate than those without memory impairment. The purpose of this exploratory study is to determine services and resources needed in Sacramento County to assist this target population in reducing risk of losing independence and moving to a higher level of care. Common themes emerge from fourteen participants during the interview process. Findings suggest community education and outreach about Mild Cognitive Impairment and issues of those living alone without informal support.