No-Cost online Alzheimer's Education for May
Support for caregivers, people with dementia and the community
Tuesday, May 4, 11:30 a.m. ET / 10:30 a.m. CT
Ask the Expert: What if it's Not Alzheimer's
When someone has cognitive symptoms not associated with normal aging, an evaluation can help determine the cause. Join us to do a deep dive into memory disorder clinics and neuropsychological testing as you also learn about the ten warning signs of Alzheimer's. Register here:
https://alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Bj79iEpvSFGjfby_b1F3qw
Upcoming Programs: Caregiver College, Virtual Brain Bus, and more
All programs are offered by phone or online, unless noted. To view the full listing of events please click here and register at the link provided: https://alzprogramsanytime.org/category/41 or register and attend by phone at 800.272.3900.
EssentiALZ Training, Certification and Exchange, a Project VITAL program:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=-hTzPDfGpZ8
On Demand: Ask the Expert: Managing Behaviors in Lewy Body Dementia
Ask the Expert brings in top medical professionals from across Florida to discuss Lewy body dementia (LBD). Listen to our special guests as they explore how to better discern and manage LBD behaviors.
Register to watch Managing Behaviors in LBD:
https://alzprogramsanytime.org/register/managing-behaviors-in-lewy-body-dementia
Tuesday, May 20, 2:30 p.m. ET / 1:30 p.m. CT
Play by Play: Creating Care Plans
The Alzheimer's Association and the Frank and Barbara Broyles Foundation brings care planning tips to caregivers. Also, caregivers within the Long Island and Florida Chapters' service area of the Alzheimer's Association, learn how to obtain the Coach Broyles' Playbook at no cost. Register for Creating Care Plans here:
https://alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rMTcZK0hTBKqCibVGgTMuQ
Saturday, May 22, 10:30 a.m. ET / 9:30 a.m. CT
Ask the Expert: The Gift of the Brain
Both healthy brains and brains affected by diseases such as Alzheimer’s are needed for research. Comparing healthy brains to those affected by neurodegenerative disease is a critical method for researchers to learn more about the underlying biology that causes brain disease. Join us to learn about brain banks, the importance of brain donations and areas of need. Learn more and register today here:
https://alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ztiYInS6TuORiXLJee7tlw
Virtual Support Groups
View all virtual and telephonic support groups including groups for caregivers and people with early stage dementia. Call 800.272.3900, or follow this link to learn more:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rdSi0B5_EZ5U8fmhCcqj_6I7h_143YVU/view
ABOUT THIS EDUCATION
Brain Bus is funded in partnership with the State of Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinelass, Inc.
Caregiver College is sponsored in part by Senior Connection Center, Inc. and the State of Florida, Department of Elder Affairs, Sarasota County Government and Pinellas County Human Services.
Alzheimer's Association Florida Gulf Coast Chapter, 14010 Roosevelt Blvd, Ste. 709, Clearwater, FL 33762
alz.org/flgulfcoast | 727.578.2558
The Alzheimer's Association® is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601