Thursday, July 19, 2012

3-part Alzheimer’s education series


Week 1 – Tuesday, August 7, 2012 2:00-4:00 PM
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease & Other Dementias
Scott Halstead, PhD, Clinical Neuropsychologist, Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services

  • Tips for getting a diagnosis
  • Latest information on treatment and research developments


Week 2 – Tuesday, August 14, 2:00-4:00 PM
Legal and Financial Issues
Shawn Weera, Elder Law Attorney

  • Tips for making financial and medical decisions on behalf of a person with dementia
  • Planning for future care needs: understanding Medicare, Medicaid, and Veterans Benefits


Week 3 – Tuesday, August 21, 2:00-4:00 PM
Strategies for Navigating the Dementia Journey
Rachel Bontje, Program Coordinator, Alzheimer’s Association

  • Tips for successfully interacting with a person with dementia
  • Practical solutions to the daily challenges of caring for someone with memory loss


For reservations or more information call: 616-459-4558 or 800-272-3900
At John Knox Presbyterian Church, 150 Kalamazoo Avenue SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508
A donation of $10 per person (or family) per session appreciated.

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