Upcoming online dementia-friendly community education
Support for caregivers, people with dementia and the community
Upcoming programs
Tuesday, September 14, 1:00 p.m. ET
New Ideas Study: Get in the Fight, Become a Champion
Join us to learn about the warning signs of Alzheimerf's and how brain imaging may help better diagnose disease.
Register here: alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9cdHkQVMTKOj9zm3fkr2sA
Join us to learn about the warning signs of Alzheimer's and how brain imaging may help better diagnose disease.
Peggye Dilworth-Anderson, Ph.D., Gillings School of Public Health, University of North Carolina will speak about New IDEAS, a nationwide research study for people who have memory loss. The study is looking at a type of FDA-approved brain imaging called an amyloid PET scan. New IDEAS is trying to find out if PET scan results can help guide diagnosing and treating of memory conditions.
Next, explore common signs of Alzheimer’s with Alzheimer’s community educator, Tequesta Alston, MSW, Community Liaison, Brain Matters Research. Learn how to approach someone about memory concerns and about the importance of early detection. Also covered are the benefits of a diagnosis, possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer's Association resources.
3rd Thursdays, 1:00-2:30 p.m. ET
Dementia Friendly Community Education: Dementia Conversations
Register here: alz-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJElf-yhrTkvGNBzUKZEhC6j9yygOWJhiQaX
Each program includes panelists from the Dementia Care and Cure Initiative.
September 16 - Dementia Conversations
October 21 - Understanding and Responding to Dementia Related Behavior
November 18 - Effective Communication Strategies
December 16 - Healthy Living for the Brain and Body
Tuesday, September 21, 12:00 p.m. ET (bilingual, Spanish and English) and 6 p.m. ET (English)
Advancing the Science: Alzheimer’s and Dementia Research
Description: An Alzheimer's Association event, sponsored by AARP, offered in Spanish and English.
Alzheimer’s is a global health problem with more than 6 million people living with the disease in the US alone. Tremendous gains have been made in the understanding of the science and basic biology underlying Alzheimer’s and other dementias. These advances are leading to great strides in strategies for prevention, detection, diagnostics, and therapeutic interventions. The Alzheimer’s Association is a global leader in research, mobilizing the field to advance the vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.
Join us to learn more about:
• Landscape of Alzheimer’s and dementia science
• Risk factors for Alzheimer’s and all other dementia
• Highlights in early detection and diagnosis
• Latest advances in clinical trials, treatments and lifestyle interventions
Note that the Spanish version is also on Sept. 21 but at Noon. To register for this event please visit: https://bit.ly/36VgGl2
Sept. 21, 2021 06:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)
12:00 p.m. ET - Bilingual
Register here: alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-X0plU6URO6-mjFfmAjNcA
6:00 p.m. ET - English
Register here: alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_i-136N6DSY-epozfFrhhgQ
Other Program Opportunities
Use Community Resource Finder to search for other programs including locations where the Brain Bus will be visiting, Alzheimer’s education programs like Caregiver College and social programs for people in the early stages of dementia. Learn more here: www.communityresourcefinder.org
Support Groups
View all in-person, virtual and telephonic support groups including groups for caregivers and people with early stage dementia. Call 800.272.3900 to learn more or click here:
drive.google.com/file/d/1rdSi0B5_EZ5U8fmhCcqj_6I7h_143YVU/view
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Brain Bus is funded in partnership with the State of Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, 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; www.alz.org; 800.272.3900