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.


HEALTHY LIVING FOR YOUR BRAIN AND BODY
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.

• Wednesday, February 10, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
• Wednesday, February 17, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

10 WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’S
If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. This workshop is for everyone. It provides compelling information about Alzheimer’s disease, a greater understanding of the difference between age-related memory loss and dementia and what to do if you see signs of Alzheimer’s disease.

• Thursday, February 18, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Tuesday, February 23, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING TO DEMENTIA-RELATED BEHAVIOR
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.

• Saturday, February 20, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Alzheimer's Association Care Consultation Services
Feel overwhelmed and confused after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or dementia? The Alzheimer's Association is available to help. Their 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 the Helpline: 800.272.3900