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Alzheimer’s Research
Caregivers Early Stage
Understanding Memory Loss Early Stage Educational Series
Compassionate Communication
and Challenging Behaviors
Special Topics/Community Workshops  General Public
Savvy Caregiver Maintain Your Brain
Educational Presentations Through Support Groups
Conferences
Video Conferencing for Rural Nevada
Maximizing Your Memory

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Understanding Memory Loss, Dementia
and Alzheimer's Disease

June 23, 2009 
Woodland
5:30 p.m.to 6:30 p.m.
Palm Gardens Assisted Living
240 Palm Avenue

July 13, 2009
San Rafael
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Aegis of San Rafael
111 Merrydale Rd.
To register please call 415-472-4340

July 14, 2009
Carson City
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Carson City Senior Center,
911 Beverly Drive.

July 18, 2009
Santa Rosa
10:00 p.m. to 12:00 noon
Alzheimer’s Association
1211 N. Dutton Ave., Ste. A
To register please call 707-573-1210

July 28, 2009
Cameron Park
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Ponte' Palmero
3083 Ponte Morino Drive

August 5, 2009
South Lake Tahoe, Ca
12:00 noon to 2:00 p.m.
South Lake Tahoe Senior Center,
3050 Lake Tahoe Blvd.

August 13, 2009 
Sacramento
3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Alzheimer’s Association Office
530 Bercut Drive, Suite A

August 29, 2009

San Rafael
10:00 p.m. to 12:00 noon
Alzheimer’s Association
4340 Redwood Hwy., Ste. F-138
To register please call 415-472-4340


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Compassionate Communication and Challenging Behaviors

June 4, 2009
Novato
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Marin Adult Day Health Center
1905 Novato Blvd.
To register please call 415-472-4340

June 15, 2009
Fallon
9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (Lunch provided)
Banner Churchill Community Hospital,
801 East Williams Ave., Tahoe Room

June 17, 2009 
Placerville
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.  
Eskaton Village
3380 Blairs Lane

June 23, 2009
Petaluma
1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Petaluma People Services
25 Howard St.
To register please call 415-472-4340

July 6, 2009
Reno
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
1301 Cordone Ave.

July 23, 2009
Gardnerville
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Carson Valley Medical Center,
Conference Room A,
1107 Highway 395

July 28, 2009
Kentfield
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Windchime of Marin
1111 Sir Francis Drake Blvd.
To register please call 415-472-4340

August 5, 2009 
Elk Grove
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Elk Grove Senior Center
8830 Sharkey Avenue

September 17, 2009
Reno
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Truckee Meadows Community College,
Meadowood Campus,
5270 Neil Road.

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Savvy Caregiver

Savvy Caregiver training is for family caregivers only. If you are a paid professional, please visit our Professional Education page.

If none of the below classes work for you and you are are interested in being added to our contact list for future Savvy classes, e-mail to alexandra.morris@alz.org. Please indicate whether you are interested in afternoon or evening classes or either.
Savvy classes are held in each area once or twice annually. This is a six week course.

Sacramento
Wednesday’s July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and August 5
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Alzheimer’s Association Office
530 Bercut Drive, Suite A, 95811
This six-week caregiver series is for caregivers and family members. 
Cost for the entire series is: $75.00 which includes The Savvy Caregiver Manual and CD-ROM. Scholarships Available.
Pre-registration is required, please call 916-930-9080

Pleasanton
Thursdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & August 6 
9:30a.m. -11:30 a.m.
Pleasanton Senior Center
Meeting Room
5353 Sunol Blvd
Fee: $75:00 Scholarships Available
This is a six-week course.
Pre-registration is required. For details, please call  925-284-7942 ask for Heather or
Heather.Gray@alz.org

San Jose
Tuesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28, August 11, 18  (No class August 4th)
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Yu-Ai-Kai Senior Center
588 N. 4th St
This is a six week course.
Fee: $75.00, Scholarships available
Pre-registration is required. To register please call: 650-962-8111 and ask for Alex.

Santa Rosa
Fridays, July 10 through August 14, 2009
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon
Alzheimer’s Association
1211 N. Dutton Ave., Ste. A
This is a six-week course.
Fee: $75.00, scholarships available
Pre-registration is required. To register please call 707-573-1210

Chico
Tuesdays July 21, 28, August 4, 11, 18 & 25
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Place TBA
Fee: $75.00, Scholarships Available
This is a six week course.
Pre-registration required. For details, please call 530-895-9661

Alameda
Tuesdays, September 15, 22, 29 & October 6, 13, 20
9:30am-11:30am
Mastick Senior Center
1155 Santa Clara Ave Classroom E
Fee: $75:00 Scholarships Available
This is a six-week course.
Pre-Registration Required  925-284-7942 ask for Heather or
Heather.Gray@alz.org



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Early Stage Dementia Educational Classes

Early Stage Education Series
Mondays, June 8, 15 and 22
4:00 p.m. to 5:30 pm
Kaiser Permanente
97 San Marin Dr.
Novato
This three-week series is designed to help families in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease or related memory disorder.  People with memory loss and family members will learn coping strategies for present situations and feelings, how best to plan for the future and supportive community resources. Week One: Understanding and Coping with Memory Loss; Week Two: Financial & Legal Planning; and Week Three: Community Resources
To register please call 415-472-4340

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For Families Touched by Early Stage Alzheimer's
or Other Diagnosed Memory Impairment
Preregistration is required

As part of its continuing efforts to improve the lives of those living with early stage Alzheimer's disease, the Alzheimer's Association will present a six-part education series tailored for those who have a diagnosis of Alzheimer's or other memory impairment and for their family member or care partner. Compassionate professional presenters will include: Alzheimer's Association and ASEB staff, a financial and legal expert and a medical professional.  Participants will benefit by attending with others experiencing similar situations and together learning from experts about how to deal with the challenges ahead. This is a timely, life-enhancing opportunity. $120.00 fee, scholarships are available.

Topics will include:
Overview of Early Stage Dementia
Medical and Research
Legal and Financial Planning
Managing Changes
Family Relationships
Next Steps

Check Back Soon for New Classes

Interested individuals are encouraged to contact Judy Filippoff, MSW, Early Stage Program Coordinator for information about attendance: (Judy.Filippoff@alz.org; 800-272-3900).

 

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Special Topics/ Community Workshops

Summer Reading Book Series
Join us to review and discuss a selected book relating to Alzheimer’s disease.  Selected books for this four-month series will be introduced at the first meeting.
To register please call 707-573-1210
Santa Rosa
4 Thursdays:  May 14, June 11, July 9, August 13
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Villa Capri at Varenna
1397 Fountaingrove Parkway
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Memory Tips and Strategies
Monterey
Friday, June 5
1:00 p.m. to 2:oo p.m.
Monterey Public Library
625 Pacific Street

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Reir es Muy Bueno para la Salud
(Laughing is really good for your health)
San Jose
Friday, June 12
9:00am-11:30am
Eastside Neighborhood Center
*Presented in Spanish
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A Guide Through The Legal/Financial Maze
Friday, June 12th
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Folsom Senior Center
48 Natoma Street
Join us for a workshop about a subject that concerns us all – how to effectively plan for our loved ones and ourselves as we meet the challenge of growing older and/or face incapacity.  Bring your questions and join us for this free workshop covering:
* Durable Powers of Attorney for finances and health care
* Conservatorships
* Role of Long-Term Care Insurance
* Applying for Medi-Cal

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Research Updates on Alzheimer’s Disease
Fremont
Tuesday, July 14
1:00pm-3:00pm
Washington Hospital
2500 Mowry Blvd
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Research Updates on Alzheimer’s Disease
Redwood City
Wednesday, July 15
10:30am-11:30am
Redwood City Library
1044 Middlefield Rd.
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A Caregiver Workshop:  Creating a Partnership with Your Physician When You Suspect Memory Loss
Woodland
Thursday, July 16
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Woodland Senior Center
2001 East Street

This workshop will help caregivers to develop strategies to work better with your loved one’s doctor to receive the best care possible.  Learn to keep track of behaviors, medications, and questions between doctor’s visits.
Receive a Working With Your Doctor booklet on diagnosis, questions to ask the doctor, and community resources.  To register, please contact the Alzheimer’s Association at (916) 930-9080 or (800) 272-3900.

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Alzheimer’s Research
Reno
July 16, 2009
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
1301 Cordone Ave.
A program reviewing the most current treatments and research for Alzheimer’s disease
For information and to RSVP, please call: 775-786-8061

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Who says you cannot do estate planning if you have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease? “Estate planning for those with Alzheimer’s disease”
Monterey
Wednesday, July 29
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Monterey Public Library
625 Pacific Street
Helen Hempel, Attorney at Law

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Memory Works
Marina
Friday, August 7
10:00 a.m to 12:00 p.m.
Shoreline Conference Center
Corner of Twelfth and Third

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Alzheimer’s Disease:  Understanding Memory Loss
Reno
Thursday, August 20
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Truckee Meadows Community College, Meadowood Campus, 5270 Neil Road, Reno
A program addressing the concerns and challenges confronting families, friends and care partners when loved ones are developing dementia
For information and to RSVP, please call: 775-786-8061

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Alzheimer’s Research
Reno
Monday, September 21
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
1201 Cordone Ave., Reno
A program reviewing the most current treatments and research for Alzheimer’s disease
For information and to RSVP, please call: 775-786-8061




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Maintain Your Brain


June 20, 2009
San Jose
10:30 am-12:30pm
O’Connor Hospital
2105 Forest Ave.
Conference Room A&B
*Presented in Mandarin

August 12, 2009
San Francisco
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
St. Mary’s Hospital
450 Stanyan St.



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Maximizing Your Memory


                
June 8, 2009
Cupertino
10:00 am-11:30 am
Cupertino Senior Center
21251 Stevens Creek Blvd.
*Presented in Mandarin

June 22, 2009
Millbrae
12:30 pm-1:30 pm
Chadbourne Adult Activity Center
450 Chadbourne Ave.

June 26, 2009
Point Reyes Station
1:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Dance Palace
503 B St.
To register please call 415-472-4340

July 29, 2009
Monterey
1:00 p.m.to 2:00 p.m.
Monterey Public Library
625 Pacific Street

August 3, 2009
Reno
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
1301 Cordone Ave.

August 26, 2009
Novato
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Margaret Todd Senior Center
To register please call 415-472-4340

September 8, 2009
San Rafael
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Jewish Family & Children’s Services
600 5th Ave.
To register please call 415-472-4340

September 16, 2009 
Yuba City
10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Yuba City Senior Center
777 Ainsley Avenue 
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Video Conferencing

COMING SOON for FAMILIES in RURAL NEVADA!!!!!!!!

The Alzheimer’s Association of Northern Nevada
(supported in part by the University of Nevada, Reno, School of Medicine (UNISOM) presents:

Alzheimer’s Education Classes, Information and Referral, and Care Consultations via Video Conferencing
(For Spanish-speaking families, translation into Spanish will be available)

If interested, please contact Vicki Lebsack at 775-786-8061