New programs from the Greater Illinois Chapter
http://www.alzheimers-illinois.org/enewsletter/july2013/programs.asp
The Alzheimer’s Association® Greater Illinois Chapter is excited to announce it has added new programs for those who wish to learn more about Alzheimer’s and caregiving, among other topics.
All of the following programs, with the exception of one, are an hour and a half and include time for questions and answers. Legal and Financial Planning is two and a half hours and also includes time for questions.
The Alzheimer’s Association® Greater Illinois Chapter is excited to announce it has added new programs for those who wish to learn more about Alzheimer’s and caregiving, among other topics.
All of the following programs, with the exception of one, are an hour and a half and include time for questions and answers. Legal and Financial Planning is two and a half hours and also includes time for questions.
Click here to learn if a program is scheduled in your area or to see a full list of educational offerings.
Alzheimer’s Disease in the African American Community
African Americans are twice as likely as other racial groups to have Alzheimer’s disease and 40% less likely to be properly diagnosed and treated. This program will explore the reasons behind these statistics, offer information about normal changes in memory as we age, and cover the warning signs of Alzheimer’s as well as the steps to take for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Behaviors & Communication
Communication becomes more difficult as Alzheimer’s progresses. This can lead to frustration and confusion for the person with the disease, resulting in behaviors that are difficult for caregivers to understand and manage. This program will introduce caregivers, family members and friends to a number of skills and strategies to help improve communication. Techniques will be shared to better anticipate behavior “triggers” so that these can be avoided.
Boomers & AD
Each day 10,000 baby boomers turn age 65, and enter an increased risk class for Alzheimer’s disease. Join us for an informative and stimulating workshop that helps participants better understand normal age-related memory changes vs. the warning signs of more serious memory loss. Learn how you can take action and join the fight against Alzheimer’s disease.
Caregiver Stress: Relief, Acceptance and Empowerment
Providing care for someone with memory loss can be a labor of love, but it can also be exhausting and stressful. This program will introduce participants to the causes, signs and symptoms of stress, and will provide participants with stress-reduction strategies.
Alzheimer’s Disease in the Latino Community
(also available in Spanish)
This program addresses the impact of Alzheimer’s disease on the Latino community. Audiences learn about the differences between normal age-related memory changes and more serious causes of memory loss such as dementia and Alzheimer’s disease. The program also includes a viewing of the Alzheimer’s Association® video, “The Latino Family and Memory Loss.” This short Spanish-language film features a Latino family going through the phases of awareness, diagnosis, and caring for a grandmother who has Alzheimer’s disease.
Legal & Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease
The diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease makes planning for the future more important than ever. Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease is an interactive program where you will have a chance to learn about important legal and financial issues to consider, how to put plans in place, and how to access legal and financial resources near you.
This program will cover information for families and individuals dealing with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Topics covered include: making legal plans that fit your needs; legal documents you’ll need and what they mean for all of you; how to find legal and financial assistance; practical strategies for making a long-term plan of care; tax deductions and credits; and government programs that can help pay for care.
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