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As part of our mission to provide education and support to Alzheimer's patients, their families, and caregivers, the Greater Richmond Chapter offers a number of programs. The following are offered to the public at no cost unless otherwise noted.
Richmond Area Programs
Pre-registration Required for All Programs.
Pre-register by calling 804-967-2580 or e-mail fran.foster@alz.org
Click here to print list of Education Programs.
Maintain Your Brain
December 14, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, The Senior Center, 42 Innslake Drive, Glen Allen, VA 23060
Making the Most of Your Visit with the Person with Dementia
December 8, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm, Spring Arbor of Salisbury, 14001 Turnberry Lane, Midlothian, VA 23114
Nurturing the Spirit
This program educates clergy, lay leaders and parish nurses about Alzheimer's and other dementia diseases. The workshop offers techniques for reaching out to persons with memory impairment and their families. The topics that will be covered include a brief overview of Alzheimer's and other related dementia dieseaes, communication techniques, why we should provide nurture to these families and their loved ones and tips on visitation and ways to reach out to families. No programs scheduled at this time.
Fredericksburg Area Programs
Pre-registration Required for All Programs.
Pre-register by calling 540-370-0835 or
e-mail judy.scheibe@alz.org
Caregiver's Conference ~~ "Dementia 101: The Journey Begins"
Wednesday, October 21, 2009, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Caroline Library - Ladysmith Branch
7199 Clara Smith Drive, Ruther Glen, VA
Call now to register ($10 per person) for this conference and receive up to eight hours of free respite care for your loved one with dementia. Vouchers for up to eight hours of respite care by a licensed in-home or adult day care will be given to those who attend. You must contact the Alzheimer's Association prior to the event to arrange for respite care at 540-370-0835. Registration deadline is Friday, October 16. Topics Include:
Overview of Dementia; Communication and Behavior; Legal & Financial Issues: Things You Need to Know
Caregiver's Symposium
"Navigating Through the Stormy Seas of Caregiving"
This annual community event is available to those who are anticipating the needs of, or caring for an elderly parent or loved one. The symposium is designed to help you care for yourself while you provide care for your loved one and to serve as a gathering place of information on a wide variety of community resources available in the Fredericksburg and surrounding areas. It will be a fun, relaxing and informative experience. Registration fee is just $15 per person. Call 540-370-0835 to request a registration form. To be held:
Saturday, November 14, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Fairview at River Club
10835 Tidewater Trail, Fredericksburg, VA 22408
Memory Walk 2009 Thank You Party!
Thursday, October 29, 2009, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Chancellor's Village
12100 Chancellor's Village Lane (off of Route 3 East)
Fredericksburg, VA 22407
Come join sponsors, volunteers, walkers, participants and supporters of Memory Walk 2009 for a fun and relaxing evening of recognition, awards, and refreshments to celebrate everything that was accomplished at this year's walk!
Candlelight Remembrance
Saturday, November 7, 2009, 5:30 pm - Hurkamp Park
Join us in Honoring those living with the disease and Remembering those are are gone .....
Middle Peninsula/Northern Neck Programs
The following programs are free of charge. However, registration is required. To register, call 804-967-2580 or e-mail mailto:lelia.poteet@alz.org.
Lunch and Learn & Dinner Programs: Orientation for Family Caregivers
There is no charge for Lunch and Learn Dinner programs which include lunch or dinner. Registration is required at least four days prior. To register, call 804-967-2580 or e-mail mailto:lelia.poteet@alz.org. Topics, dates, and locations are:
Making the Most of the Doctor's Visit
October 20, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
The Orchard
62 Delfae Drive, Warsaw
Hospitalization and Dementia: What You Need to Know (Dinner Program)
November 19, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Orchard
62 Delfae Drive, Warsaw
Making the Most of Your Visit with the Person with Dementia
December 15, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
The Orchard
62 Delfae Drive, Warsaw
We Need You!
There are exciting volunteer opportunities in the Middle Peninsula
and Northern Neck areas. Please call 804-967-2580 to find out more.
Tri-Cities Area Programs
Pre-registration Required for All Programs.
Pre-register by calling 804-526-2359 or e-mail judy.tyree@alz.org or mary.cooke@alz.org.
The following programs are offered at no charge unless otherwise noted.
Caregivers' Conference
Friday, October 16, 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Holiday Inn, 401 East Roslyn Rd., Colonial
Topics will include: An Overview of Alzheimer's Disease; Other Dementias; and Scams and Frauds.
Registration is required. The cost is $10 per person and lunch will be provided. Click here for more information and registration form. Or you can call 526-2359 to register and for information on receiving a voucher to pay for respite care by a licensed in-home or adult day service provider while you attend the conference. This event is sponsored by the John Randolph Foundation and Dunlop House Assisted Living and Specialized Alzheimer's and Dementia Care.
Dementia: What Is It?
Wednesday, November 18, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Dinwiddie Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, 46 Diamond Drive, Petersburg, VA 23803
No charge but registration required. Click here for more information and to register.
Putting the Puzzle Together
These programs are being presented in partnership with Colonial Heights Health Care and Rehabilitation Center. Registration and payment must be received by the Alzheimer's Association at least four business days prior to training. All trainings will be held at Colonial Heights Health Care and Rehabilitation Center, 831 Ellerslie Avenue.
Part 1
August 18, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm (light refreshments provided)
Topics include: Overview of Dementia; Stress: What Do I Do About It?; Communication and Behaviors
Cost is $20.
Click here for registration form.
Part 2
September 15, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm (light refreshments provided)
Topics include: Looking at the Moderate Stage; Nutrition: It's More Than a Meal; Activities in the Home
Cost is $20.
Click here for registration form.
Part 3
October 20, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Topics include: Making End of Life Decisions; Hospice Care: What Are My Options?; Anticipating the Grieving Process
Cost is $10.
Click here for registration form.
Forgetfulness: When It It a Problem?
This program gives participants a review of the warning signs of dementia diseases, Alzheimer's specifically, and when a person should consider a medical evaluation.
October 8, 11:30 am - 1:00 pm (lunch provided)
Dunlop House Assisted Living and Specialized Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
235 Dunlop Farms Blvd., Colonial Heights
