Below is a listing of education programs offered by the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter. All programs are offered free of charge unless otherwise noted. Registration is strongly suggested, as programs may be canceled due to low registration. For more information and to register for any of the following programs, please call 1-800-272-3900.
ABC's: An Overview of Dementia
Basic information about dementia and Alzheimer's disease that families and interested persons need to know in order to move forward proactively. Call the Alzheimer's Association at 1-800-272-3900 for reservations.
Saturday, October 3, 1:30-2:30 pm: The Cloister: Medieval Explorations
Clyde Monday, July 21 10:30 a.m. - 12 noon Clyde Public Library 22 W. Buckeye St. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Art for People with Alzheimer's!
Meet me at TMA: An Art Museum Experience for Visitors with Early Stage Memory Loss
In an exciting collaboration with the Toledo Museum of Art, "Meet Me at TMA" is a new monthly program designed to provide a fun, meaningful museum experience for visitors with early stage memory loss. Friends and family are welcome to attend.
Fall Programs:
Saturday, August 1st, 1:30-2:30 pm: In Monet's Garden: The World of Impressionists Saturday, September 5, 1:30-2:30 pm: The Great Gallery: A Dramatic Vision Saturday, November 7, 1:30-2:30 pm: The Classic Court: Egypt, Greece, and Rome.
"An Afternoon Out" group in Mansfield area
A new "afternoon out" group for socialization and fun is starting up in Mansfield for individuals with memory loss and other family, friends and guests. If there is interest,this will become a monthly afternoon out with plans to match the participants' interests (such as socializing, reminiscing, other activities). Please call Kristine Gale at the Alzheimer's Association at 419-522-5050 or 1-800-272-3900 if you plan to attend. Mansfield Second Thursday of each month 1 - 3 p.m. Area Agency on Aging Annex 800 Park Avenue West, Room 106A
Anticipatory Grief: Understanding Past, Present and Future Losses This program will help caregivers who are considering moving someone into a care facility in addition to those who have placed a family member or friend in a care facility, or who are currently caring for someone with a progressive illness to: understand anticipatory grief, acknowledge the many losses associated with chronic illness, improve communication and more. This program is hosted by Hospice of Northwest Ohio and the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter. Advance registration is requested. For information or questions, call the Alzheimer's Association at 419-537-1999 or 1-800-272-3900.
Toledo Tuesdays, June 17 & 24 2:30 - 4 p.m. Foundation Park Care Center 162 South Byrne Road
"Complaints of a Dutiful Daughter" Film Viewing and Discussion
Families dealing with dementia and related behavioral symptoms, or considering long-term care placement, will want to see this film, documenting a mother's Alzheimer's disease and her daughter's response to the changes in her mother. "Complaints of a Dutiful Daughter" is an authentic chronicle. It is informative, entertaining, and presented with profound insight and a healthy dose of humor. A discussion will follow the film. Please call the Alzheimer's Association at 1-800-272-3900 to register for this free film viewing and discussion.
Wednesday, December 2, 2:00-4:00 p.m. at Way Public Library
101 E. Indiana Ave.
Perrysburg OH
Thursday, December 10, 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Mary Lou Johnson-Hardin County District Library
325 E. Columbus St.
Kenton, OH
Monday, January 11, 2010, 6:30-7:30 p.m at Galion Public Library Community Room (lower level)
123 N. Market St.
Galion, OH
Monday, January 18, 11:30-1:00 p.m. at Memorial Hospital
715 So. Taft Ave.
Free to the public. For information and to register for a luncheon, call Annete Overmyer at 419-334-6613.
Monday, January 25, 10:30- 12:00 pm at Fulton County Senior Center
240 Clinton St.
Wauseon OH
Early Stage Memory Loss Series
This workshop will provide support and information for persons experiencing mild memory loss from Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. Persons who are experiencing forgetfulness, confusion or difficulty in finding the right words are most likely to benefit from this program and are encouraged to invite one or more guests to attend with him or her. Participants are requested to pre-register at 1-800-272-3900.
Toledo Thursday, October 8 6:30-8:00 p.m. Alzheimer's Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road
Finding the Balance of Caregiving with a Touch of Humor This program is presented by Lynn Ritter, Ph.D., Education Coordinator, Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter. The public is invited to attend. Please RSVP by calling Sterling House at 419-423-4440.
No presentations currently scheduled
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HBO's The Alzheimer's Project- Film Viewing and Discussion
Two segments of the four-part series will be shown. "Caregivers" highlights the sacrifices and successes of people who experience the changes in the persons they are caring for. "Grandpa, Do You Know Who I am? With Maria Shriver" captures what it means to be a child or grandchild of someone who has dementia. This program is presented by the Hancock County Dementia Coalition.
Sunday, January 24, 2010
2:00-4:00 p.m.
Blanchard Valley Hospital- Marathon Room
1900 S. Main Street, Findlay
Use west parking lot._____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ "Inside Looking Out"- Film Viewing and Discussion about Early Stage Dementia
In this short film, several person who have early stage Alzheimer's talk openly about the impact of the disease on their lives, about their feelings, and about how they are coping. The openness of the participants help to eliminate the stigma which often surrounds Alzheimer's disease. A discussion will follow the film viewing. This program is especially good for person who are experiencing mild memory impairment and want to learn more about dementia.
Wauseon Toledo
Wednesday, February 10 Monday, December 7
10:30-12:00 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Fulton County Senior Center Alzheimer's Association
240 Clinton St. 2500 N. Reynolds Rd.
Maintain Your Brain
Increasing evidence show that healthy lifestyle habits, such as being heart smart, being physically and mentally active, eating a healthy diet and staying socially involved, contribute to healthy aging and may decrease risk for Alzheimer's disease. This workshop will focus on simple lifestyle modifications which may have an impact on the individual's health. Please call the Alzheimer's Association at 1-800-272-3900 to register for this free program.
November 24, 10:30 a.m.
Barr Apts. Senior Luncheon Cafe
210 N. Union Street, Lima OHDecember 16, 11:00 a.m.
Mercer County Council on Aging
217 Riley Street, Celina OH
Memory and Aging: What's Normal, What's Not
If you would like to learn more, or are concerned about your own or someone else's memory, this program will interest you. We will explore forgetfulness and "memory lapses," with examples of memory changes that are part of the normal aging process and memory changes that are not. Factors that can affect memory, treatable causes of memory loss and techniques to maintain and improve memories will also be discussed. Call the Alzheimer's Association at 1-800-272-3900 for reservations.
Tuesday, November 17, 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. At Mansfield Public Library
43 West Third Street
Mansfield OH
Wednesday December 2, 3:00-3:30 p.m. At Riddlehaven Apartments
900 Eulalia Ave. Upper Sandusky, OH
Refreshments provided by Riddlehaven.
Tuesday, December 15, 12:00-12:30 at Senior Enrichment Services
315 E. Tiffin St., Willard
You are welcome to come at 11:30 a.m. for lunch before the program. Please RSVP lunch reservations to Chris at 419-933-4701. Lunch cost is $2 for 60 years and older and $6.75 for those under 60.
Memory Loss and Early Stage Alzheimer's: Where do we go from here?
This workshop will provide information bout memory loss and the "early stage" of Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. Persons experiencing mild impairment and those newly diagnosed are especially encouraged to attend. Please call 1-800-272-3900 to register for this free program.
For Men Only: A program for Male caregivers
A facilitated round-table discussion for male caregivers with discussion about personal care, bathing, nutrition, dental care, intimacy, difficult behaviors and future planning. Please call 419-537-1999 or 1-800-272-3900 to register. Limited space is available.
Toledo Thursday, November 5 or January 7 6:00-7:00 p.m. Alzheimer's Association 2500 N. Reynolds Rd.
Partnering with your Doctor
This workshop is for caregivers and persons with memory loss. Learn strategies and practical methods to enhance visits with the physician, what to take to the visit and what questions to ask in order that maximum benefit is gained from the appointment for all parties involved. Please call the Alzheimer's Association at 1-800-272-3900 to register for this free program.
Van Wert
Wednesday, June 25
11:15 a.m. Van Wert Council on Aging 717 E. Crawford
"Rx for Caregivers: Take Care of Yourself" Film and Discussion
Filmed in front of a live audience of caregivers, this film features a discussion led by a dynamic therapist and author, and is packed with humor and stories from real life. Topics include experiences of knowing how to recognize and deal with feelings of caregiver guilt and grief, sadness, anger and resentment, exploring how much and how little to help, and realizing what is possible and what is not. Please register by calling the Alzheimer's Association at 1800-272-3900 for this free program.
Upper Sandusky Tuesday, June 17 7 - 8 p.m. Wyandot Memorial Hospital 885 N. Sandusky Ave
"Transitions" Early Stage Memory Loss Education and Support Group
Individuals with early stage memory loss and their families or friends are invited to attend this program for social and educational opportunities and group sharing. Registration is required for these ongoing groups.
Toledo Alzheimer's Association, 2500 North Reynolds Road 2nd Wednesday of every month, 1:30-3:30 p.m. (brain games). 3rd Wednesday of every month, 4:00-6:00 p.m. (exploring your creative self) Last Thursday of every month, 6:30- 8:30 p.m. (Topics vary)
LIMA Second Tuesday of every month 1 to 2:30 p.m. Market St. Presbyterian Church 1100 West Market St. (2nd floor, room 209) please use side entrance with awning For more information and to register, call Linda Pollitz at 419-227-9700 DEFIANCE Fourth Monday of every month 2 to 3:30 p.m. Defiance Regional Medical Center, Maumee room 1200 Ralston Ave. beginning on April 28, the group will meet at St. John's Catholic Church,
downstairs meeting room
510 Jackson St.For more information and to register, call Linda Pollitz at 419-227-9700
Understanding Dementia/Alzheimer's Disease: A Workshop for Caregivers This series will focus on issues relevant to families and individuals new to Alzheimer's disease or who are looking for additional information. Topics will include symptoms, diagnosis, risk factors, behaviors, personality changes, medications, home and facility care, and options for in-home care. New topics will be discussed each week, therefore it is suggested that participants attend each session. Registration is requested, call 1-800-272-3900. Fremont Toledo
Mondays, October 5, 12, 19
Wednesdays, October November 2 21, November 4, 11, 18
2:00-4:00 p.m 4:00-6:00 p.m. Memorial Hospital Alzheimer's Association 715 South Taft Ave. 2500 No. Reynolds Rd.
Toledo Mondays, August 24, 31,
September 7, 14 9:30-11:30 a.m. Washington Branch Toledo Lucas Co. Public Library 5560 Harvest Lane
