Friday, October 2, 2020

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

Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, our staff in all locations are working remotely.

Alzheimer’s Association programs continue virtually in the immediate term. We will re-evaluate these measures on an ongoing basis and resume in person engagements as soon as we are able, based on public health guidelines.

To register for one of these free online courses, please call the 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 or go online to alz.org/crf. Registration is required.

UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING TO DEMENTIA-RELATED BEHAVIORS 
Thursday, October 8, 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 
Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use verbal language is lost. This session helps us learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers and learn strategies to help intervene during some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease.

HEALTHY LIVING FOR YOUR BRAIN AND BODY…TIPS FROM THE LATEST RESEARCH
Friday, October 9, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 
At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health, keep our brains well and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline. This workshop covers four areas of lifestyle habits that are associated with healthy aging. This program is designed for individuals of any age who are looking for information and hands on tools to help incorporate recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA
Friday, October 15, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. 
Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. It is a progressive and fatal brain disease that is the most common form of dementia. This workshop is for anyone who would like to know more about how Alzheimer’s affects the brain, detection, causes and risk factors, stages of disease, treatment and much more.

DEMENTIA CONVERSATIONS: DRIVING, DOCTOR VISITS, LEGAL & FINANCIAL PLANNING
Wednesday, October 28, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 
This workshop will offer tips on how to have honest and caring conversations with family members about going to the doctor, deciding when to stop driving and making legal and financial plans. The workshop reinforces the need to plan ahead and build a care team that communicates well and connects families to resources to enhance quality of life for everyone involved.



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 over the phone to better understand the disease, to manage care, and to make more informed treatment decisions. Please call our Helpline: 800.272.3900