January 12

Pasco, WA

The Basics of Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease

6 to 8 p.m., Tri-Cities Retirement Inn, 2000 N. 22nd Ave., Pasco, WA
Description: Learn about the symptoms and risk factors for Alzheimer's, its stages and treatment, and hope for the future.
Cost: Free and open to the public.
Presenter: Joan Acres, Southeastern Washington outreach coordinator, Alzheimer's Association-Inland Northwest Chapter

January 17

Coeur d'Alene, ID

Know the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease

3:30 to 5:30 p.m., Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 2293 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d'Alene, ID
Description: This introductory workshop intended for a broad audience will share the risk factors for Alzheimer's disease, 10 warning signs and the importance of early detection. Dinner is included and provided by the Four Seasons Assisted Living Facility.
Cost: Free and open to the public. Reservations required. Call 208.666.2996.

January 18

Moscow, ID

Geting Prepared for a Possible Hospital Stay

9:30 to 11:30 a.m., Gritman Medical Center, 700 S. Main St., Moscow, ID
Description: Learn information about what your hospital, you and your loved one will need for a hospital stay and how to be prepared for emergency trips to the hospital.
Cost: Free and open to the public.
For more information, call 208.883.6483

January 26

Spokane, WA

Living with Alzheimer's: Caregiving in the Early Stage

9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Deaconess Health and Education Center Classroom 266, 910 W. 5th Ave., Spokane, WA
Description: This half-day workshop will cover an array of topics of interest to familites coping with the early stage of Alzheimer's disease, including: communication, care and treatment options, safet ssues and maximizing independence.
Cost: $10 (includes lunch)
Advance registration is required. Phone 509.713.3390