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Living with Dementia–Session 1 (Altoona)

August 29, 2023 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Topic: Understanding Dementia-Related Brain Changes.

Learn about changes in the brain that are age-related versus possible signs of dementia; the types and stages of dementia; evaluation methods, including the role of imaging; the science around medications; risks versus benefits of current treatment options; the most essential approaches to care; and more. Advance registration is required for info sessions and Memory Café.

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Are you providing care to someone with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias and looking for more information and support?

Join us for this dynamic, engaging, in-person educational series that offers realistic tips, reliable community resources, and practical tools for care partners to use daily in the caregiving journey.

Attend one or more events in the series, which will be offered in two convenient central Pennsylvania locations.

Each event includes an optional on-site “Memory Café,” where you can bring your loved one living with dementia to enjoy activities in a safe environment while you separately attend the educational session.

Series Highlights

“Living with Dementia” will be offered on Tuesdays and WednesdaysAugust 29/30September 12/13September 26/27, and October 17/18in Altoona and Palmyra, PA.

Details

Date:
August 29, 2023
Time:
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Venue

Senior LIFE, 2891 Fairway Drive, Altoona, PA 16601

 

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