Alzheimer's Association - upcoming programs, find a caregiver support group and June webinars

Alzheimer's Association Florida Gulf Coast

Find a Support Group

Support groups create a safe, confidential environment and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. They also inform participants about dementia and help them develop skills to solve problems. Find a support group here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Gyv-zC-3L3uIi6p0YBQBKxE2MMYvJH4W/view.

Alzheimer's Program Schedule

Find programs in your area, such as in-person Alzheimer’s education workshops for caregivers and others, awareness programs like Brain Bus stops, and more here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1r0lPgYVT7mVjxZw10GpdmhnkVuOGO-v4Q8zTUZrp1ts/edit#gid=0.

Webinars in June, 2024

Monday, June 10, 10:00 a.m. EDT
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 they lose the ability to use language. However, some behaviors can present challenges for caregivers to manage. Learn how to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavioral challenges of Alzheimer’s disease. REGISTER AT THIS LINK: https://alz-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJckcOmhqT0iGd0FHRE28mdqeWug-gjkh_Gr#/registration.

Tuesday, June 11, 12:00 p.m. EDT
Dementia Conversations
       When someone shows signs of dementia, it’s time to talk. Often, conversations with family about changing behaviors can be challenging. REGISTER AT THIS LINK: https://alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BbkYUVzaSlOXxtSCfsYaeA?_x_zm_rtaid=o_8Qxgh8SH2dTte65zpDzg.1716869641228.b5716bcbe838845367901a00f2b03bf3&_x_zm_rhtaid=822#/registration.

Monday, June 17, 10:00 a.m. EDT
Effective Communication Strategies
       Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Join the webinar to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s disease, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. The Effective Communication Strategies program of the Alzheimer’s Association was designed to provide practical information and resources to help dementia caregivers learn to decode verbal and behavioral messages from people with dementia. REGISTER AT THIS LINK: https://alz-org.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMlc-ytqzkjHtOhBTG5wjKUM2Zo24Oh-y7g#/registration.

Thursday, June 20, 1:00 p.m. EDT
How To Approach The Challenge of Falls
       Special guest speakers Nettie Harper and Kelly Gilligan with Inspired Memory Care will explore the topic of approaching the challenge of falls. Learn how to have conversations about fall risks. Topics will include: why people fall, creative and evidence-based solutions to minimize falls, and a discussion of assessing your loved one for fall risk. A question and answer session will follow the webinar. REGISTER AT THIS LINK: https://alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0qyvHk3GSGOGMTAjJrdxQw#/registration.
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About the Alzheimer's Association

The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research, with the mission of leading 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. Their vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.

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 and Sarasota County Government.

Alzheimer's Association Florida Gulf Coast Chapter, 14010 Roosevelt Blvd, Ste. 709, Clearwater, FL 33762, website alz.org/flgulfcoast, phone (727) 578-2558.

Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601, website alz.org, phone (800) 272-3900.