Eugene Office
All classes are free; registration not required.Getting Started
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s – it’s time for Getting Started. Gain a basic understanding of Alzheimer’s diagnosis and current treatments. Get practical information that will help you start planning for the future. Please join us and learn more about Alzheimer's disease. Get practical information and start planning for the future.Presenter: Michael Cross
Date: First Friday of every month
Time: 12 - 1 pm
Cost: Free
Location: PeaceHealth Barger Medical Clinic Conference Room
4010 Aerial Way
Eugene, OR 97402
To register, or for more information, please call 1-800-272-3900.
The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
Alzheimer’s affects people in varying ways and ripples out to impact the lives of those who interact with them. Understanding what happens to a person with Alzheimer’s/dementia is key to interacting affectively and providing care. In this program, participants will learn to differentiate Alzheimer’s from other dementias, how the disease is diagnosed, explore communication techniques and identify helpful resources.
Presenter: Michael Cross
For more information, or to register, contact us at 1-800-272-3900.
Date: Wednesday, January 25
Time: 6 - 7 pm
Cost: Free
Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center
215 West C St
Springfield, OR 97477
Date: Thursday, February 9
Time: 1 - 2 pm
Cost: Free
Location: Community Health Education Center - Auditorium
3950 Sherman Ave
North Bend, OR 97420
Date: Wednesday, March 14
Time: 10 - 11 am
Cost: Free
Location: Curry Medical Center
Conference Room #500
500 Fifth St
Brookings, OR 97415
Legal and Financial Issues in Alzheimer’s Disease
Understanding the legal and financial concerns and issues that may arise throughout the course of Alzheimer’s disease is important. In this class, participants will learn what powers of attorney, conservatorships, guardianships, division of resources, living wills, and how each applies in long-range legal and financial planning.
Presenter: Robert Tozer
Date: Wednesday, February 22Time: 6 - 7 pm
Cost: Free
Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center
215 West C St
Springfield, OR 97477
For more information, contact us at 1-800-272-3900.
Successful Communication for the Alzheimer's Caregiver
Learn the skills of successful communication with a focus on Alzheimer’s caregiving. From basic strategies to help you navigate the day-to-day challenges to special techniques for dealing with the most difficult behaviors and situations, this course will give you the tools you need to be a skilled communicator. Come learn the practical nuances of successful communication so that you are equipped to use them immediately.
Presenter: Adele Ismert
Date: Wednesday, March 28
Cost: Free
Location: Willamalane Adult Activity Center
215 West C St
Springfield, OR 97477
For more information, contact us at 1-800-272-3900.
