Education Programs

Holiday Classes

The holidays can be especially stressful for those with Alzheimer’s and their care partners. We’re offering specialty classes to help you reduce stress, learn the warning signs of caregiver burnout, and how we can help this holiday season.

Preparing for the Holidays

The holidays can be a stressful time for families, especially when caring for someone with dementia. This class will provide helpful tips for caregivers about how simplify gift giving and reducing the stress associated with the holidays, while still making meaningful memories for everyone.

Date:    November 7, 2009
Time:   10 am - 11:30 am
Cost:   No Charge - Registration Required
Location: Alzheimer's Association Office
1650 NW Naito Parkway, Suite 190
Portland, OR 97209

Registration Required - Space Limited
For more information contact 503.416.0201 or nicole.fink@alz.org

Preparing for the Holidays

Presentation by Susan Cain.

Helpful tips for making the holidays a safe and enjoyable experience for the person with Alzheimer's and their family.

Date:    November 17
Time:   2:00 p.m.
Cost:   Free
Location: Faith Lutheran Church
2741 Sherman Ave
North Bend, OR 97459

For more information contact Frank Hales 541.345.8392 or frank.hales@alz.org

We’re pleased to announce the release of The Caregiver Notebook which has been designed especially for caregivers. Click here for more information or to order The Caregiver Notebook.
http://www.alz.org/living_with_alzheimers_caregiver_notebook.asp

If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s we’re here to help you through every step of your journey.

We offer a variety of educational classes and workshops on a wide range of topics related to Alzheimer's disease. We offer classes for family caregivers on topics like: understanding Alzheimer's disease, improving communication, effective strategies for challenging behaviors, Alzheimer's treatments and research, and planning for the future. We also offer an Early Stage Memory Loss class for those who are in the early stages of Alzheimer’s. Classes are interactive and allow plenty of time for questions and answers.

There is often no charge for classes. Donations are always welcome and pre-registration is required. The Oregon Chapter does not off continuing education credits for classes. Please call the office for details.

Additionally, we offer classes and presentations to community groups, businesses, and other non-profits interested in learning about Alzheimer's disease. Please call or email Kristrun Grondal, our Program Director, at 503-416-0206 or kristrun.grondal@alz.org for more information.