Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Date:
Thu, Nov 10, 2022
Time:
1:00pm – 2:00pm | US/Central
Location:
Antigo Public Library
Category:
Screenings, Clinics, Blood Drives & Public Health Info
Description:
The Alzheimer’s Association® is offering an education workshop covering the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia. This workshop provides a general overview for people who are facing a diagnosis as well as those who wish to be informed.
The free Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia program:
– Explores the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
– Examines what happens in a brain affected by Alzheimer’s.
– Details the risk factors for and three general stages of the disease.
– Identifies FDA-approved treatments available to treat some symptoms.
– Looks ahead to what’s on the horizon for Alzheimer’s research.
– Offers helpful Alzheimer’s Association and local community resources.
In the United States alone, more than 6 million individuals are living with Alzheimer’s and 16 million are serving as their unpaid caregivers. The disease is a global crisis that impacts numerous families right here in our community. However, no one has to face this disease alone or without information.
The Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia workshop will be held on Thursday, November 10, at the Antigo Public Library (617 Clermont Street) in Antigo from 1:00pm to 2:00pm.
To learn more about this program, or to register (registration is appreciated), please contact Julie St. Pierre at (715) 352-4091 or jstpierre@alz.org. Individuals can also register by reaching out to the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900 or by visiting https://bit.ly/3gpxiJE.
Contact:
Julie St. Pierre
Email:
jstpierre@alz.org
Phone:
(715) 352-4091
More Info:
https://bit.ly/3gpxiJE
Location Details:
Antigo Public Library
617 Clermont Street
Antigo WI 54409 USA
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