Educational opportunities for family caregivers of those with Alzheimer’s

Facilitated by the Alzheimer’s Association

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Tuesday, May 2, 2023 from 2:00 – 3:00pm

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, research and FDA-approved treatments.

Dementia Conversations

Tuesday, June 6, 2023 from 2:00 – 3:00pm

If you know someone who is experiencing changes in memory, thinking and behavior, this education program provides tips and strategies for difficult—but important —conversations about changes that may be related to dementia. Conversation topics include: Going to the Doctor, Deciding When to Stop Driving, and Making Legal and Financial Plans.

Effective Communication Strategies

Tuesday, July 11, 2023 from 2:00 – 3:00pm

Explore ways that Alzheimer’s and other dementias affect an individual’s ability to communicate across different stages, and get tips to better communicate with people living with the disease.

Location: The Grow Center, 310 Main St., NW, Bourbonnais IL 60914

For more information or to register, please contact Amanda at 815-523-9919.

Posted by Maggie Snow on Monday, March 6th, 2023 @ 8:32PM
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