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We offer several educational programs for families and individuals facing Alzheimer’s, as well as community members. Most of these programs, described below, are free of charge.
Informal Caregiving Training
A one day training. Topics include:
- Overview of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders
- Communication techniques
- Ideas for activities
- Techniques for managing challenging behaviors
These programs are offered free of charge. The Alzheimers Association is a non-profit organization dependant upon individual donations. We are grateful for any support you can give us.
For more information please contact:
Janie Chambers
216.231.1340
Our informal Caregiver series is made possible by an Older Americans Act Family Caregiver Support Program grant from the Ohio Department of Aging through the Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging.
Learning Together II Education Series
A ten-part educational program designed for persons living with mild memory loss & their families. Indivdualized workbooks provide information for now and for the future.
These programs are offered free of charge. The Alzheimers Association is a non-profit organization dependant upon individual donations. We are grateful for any support you can give us.
For more information on any of our Learning Together programs which we offer in Avon, Beachwood, Mentor, Parma or Westlake, please contact:
Sally Ollerton, LSW
216.231.1477
Our Learning Together II Education Series are made possible by the Nord Family Foundation, Saint Lukes Foundation of Cleveland, Ohio, and an Older Americans Act Family Caregiver Support Program grant from the Ohio Department of Aging through the Western Reserve Area Agency on Aging.
We would like to gratefully acknowledge Avon Oaks Caring Community, the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Parma Community General Hospital & Laura Matthews, manager of the ElderHealth Center, Summerville of Mentor and Westlake Department of Community Services for the gift of their space.
Understanding Memory Loss - Just The Facts
This three or four part series is designed for spouses, adult children, other relatives and friends who are involved in the care of someone with memory loss due to Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.
You will have the opportunity to meet with other individuals caring for someone with memory loss. There will be a chance for discussion and a focus on getting your questions answered. Topics include: Understanding Memory Loss, Legal and Financial Planning, Practical Tips and Caring for the Caregiver.
The Just The Facts educational series are offered free of charge, however registration is required. The Alzheimers Association is a non-profit organization dependant upon individual donations. We are grateful for any support you can give us.
For more information on any of our Just The Facts series please contact:
Mary Lambert
216.231.1485
