Friday, November 30, 2018

Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter - Education Programs



December 4, 6:00 to 7:30 pm
Dealing with your Love One’s Memory Loss during the Holidays  - Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior
Learn about some of the common triggers for behaviors associated with dementia, how to assess the person’s needs, and how to intervene effectively.
Location: Germantown Community Center, 18905 Kingsview Rd, Germantown, MD 20874, USA

December 7, 1:00 to 2:30pm
Living w/Alzheimer's: For Caregivers-Late Stage

In the late stage of Alzheimer’s disease, caregiving typically involves new ways of connecting and interacting with the person with the disease. In this two-part series, you’ll hear from caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care and ways to engage in meaningful connections. 
Location: Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center 1000 Forest Glen Road Silver Spring, MD 20901

December 19,  2:30 to 4:00 pm
Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA) Connect-A-Ride Transportation Resource Program
 
Have you ever wondered what other transportation resources you might utilize after you choose not to drive your car? Montgomery County has PLENTY of options and Connect-A-Ride will be on hand to talk to us about them. Don't miss this informative talk. You will leave with lots of valuable information in your pocket. Guaranteed! Read more about it at: https://accessjca.org/transportation/ 
Location: 6125 Montrose Rd, Rockville, MD 20852 (301) 881-0100

All classes are open to the public and do not require registration 
Questions: please call Tara Davis-Rama, Program Manager, Montgomery County-240-428-1342 or email Tara Davis-Rama at tkrama@alz.org 



In addition to these special events, the Alzheimer's Association also offers:

Alzheimer's Association Support Groups
Peer-led groups for caregivers and others dealing with Alzheimer's disease. All support groups are facilitated by trained individuals. Many locations offer specialized groups for children, individuals with younger-onset specialized groups from children, individuals with younger-onset and early-stage Alzheimer's, adult caregivers and others with specific needs.

Alzheimer's Association Care Consultation Services Feel overwhelmed and confused after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or dementia? We're here to help. Our care consultation services are designed to provide you and family support in coping with dementia (form pre-diagnosis to end-of-life). You will receive one on one advice to better understand the disease, to manage care, and to make more informed treatment decisions.

Alzheimer's Association Memory Cafes Memory Cafes offer a fun and relaxed way for people living with early-stage memory loss to get connected with one another through social events that promote interaction and companionship.

Questions: please call Tara Davis-Rama, Program Manager, Montgomery County-240-428-1342 or email Tara Davis-Rama at tkrama@alz.org