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.
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.
Tuesday, April 6, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
*Thursday, April 8, 8:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. (after screening of “Grandpa’s Hands”)
Tuesday, April 13, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
*See flyer for “Grandpa’s Hands” screening event
UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S AND DEMENTIA
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.
Wednesday, April 8, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES
Communication is more than just talking and listening-it is also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. This workshop explores how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s. Learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and identify strategies to help connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.
Thursday, April 8, 3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
LEGAL AND FINANCIAL PLANNING FOR ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease makes planning for the future more important than ever. Concerns about care provision and programs that can help offset costs mean that families need accurate information about legal and financial planning specific to the disease. This workshop is a two –part interactive program where you can learn how to put plans in place, how to access legal and financial resources near you.
Wednesday, April 14, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Part 1)
Wednesday, May 19, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Part 2)
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.
Tuesday, April 20, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 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 here to help. Their no-cost 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 Alzheimer's Association FREE Helpline: 800.272.3900
Feel overwhelmed and confused after a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease or dementia? The Alzheimer's Association is here to help. Their no-cost 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 Alzheimer's Association FREE Helpline: 800.272.3900
