Sign up for August’s educational program by phone
Join us on August 9, from noon to 1 p.m., on Reducing the Risk of Developing Alzheimer’s Disease. Today, one in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. Can anything be done to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, or to delay its onset? Dr. Demetrius Maraganore, a board-certified neurologist, will share the latest research on the management of risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Are you too busy to attend an in-person education program? Our Educational Program by Phone are designed for busy people who aren’t able to attend a program outside of their home or office. Registration is easy–call or click (see below) and you will receive a toll free number to call, and materials to follow along during the program. Call from your home, office, or car. You can listen in, or if you’d like, you can even ask questions of our expert speakers.
Reducing the Risk of Developing Alzheimer’s Disease
Demetrius Maraganore, MD
Medical Director, NorthShore Neurological Institute and Director of NorthShore’s Center for Brain Health
Today, one in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or a related dementia. Can anything be done to reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, or to delay its onset? Dr. Demetrius Maraganore, a board-certified neurologist, will share the latest research on the management of risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
Medications for Alzheimer’s and other Dementias: Benefits and Side Effects
Dr. Stephanie van Ulft, MD
Geriatric Psychiatrist, SIU School of Medicine
What medications are currently available to treat Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias? Are the benefits worth the side effects? Dr. van Ulft, a Geriatric Psychiatrist, will discuss how these medications are prescribed, how they work, and what you can expect from them.
Coping with Alzheimer’s Behaviors: Skills that Can Help You Today
Melanie Adams
Director of Education & Outreach, Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter
As Alzheimer’s disease progresses, the person’s ability to communicate becomes impaired. This leads to increasing levels of confusion, anxiety and frustration that can result in behavioral challenges. This program will examine common communication changes in dementia, and will present strategies to improve communication between you and the person with dementia.
Amazing Ways That Music Can Help People With Memory Loss
Kelly Willenborg, Founder
The Healing Jukebox
Music can bring about amazing results for people in various stages of Alzheimer’s disease. This program will look at the evidence base for music, how to choose the right music, and what benefits you might expect from incorporating music into the daily routine of a person with dementia.
Caregiver’s School of Hard Knocks: One Man’s Journey
Brent Worthington
Author, “Pull Down My Pants! And Other Things You Never Want to Hear Your Grandmother Say”
Caring for someone with dementia can take everything you have, and then some. Author Brent Worthington recalls the lessons learned while caring for his grandmother as she lived with dementia for 6 ½ years. Brent’s stories are poignant, sad, humorous and instructional, and sure to provide lessons for fellow caregivers.