Discussion & Dessert Series
Presented by J. Sam Wiley Jr., Alzheimer’s Association, SC Chapter

Thursday,  May 17, 6:00 p.m.
Living with Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers:  
An educational program that provides answers to questions arising in the early, middle and late stages of the disease. Topics covered will include, financial planning, coping, communicating and connecting strategies.

Thursday, June 14, 6:00 p.m.
Legal & Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease: 
An in-depth program covering legal and financial issues such as legal documents, financial assistance, tax deductions/credits and governmental programs that may help.

Sessions will be at Morningside Assisted Living, 1304 McLees Rd, Anderson.  For more information and to pre-register, please call (864) 964-9088.

24th Annual Upstate Alzheimer's Education Conference:
Navigating the Challenges of Dementia

Sponsored in part by our Gold Sponsors: 
Cascades Verdae/Summit Hills & Lutheran Hospice/BeWell/Rosecrest

Tuesday, May 22, 2012
8:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Registration and light breakfast beginning at 7:45 a.m
Salvation Army Kroc Center
424 Westfield St, Greenville, SC
Just off Academy St (Hwy 123) in downtown Greenville

This year’s conference features two physicians specializing in Alzheimer’s and other dementias, Dr. John Absher and Dr. Vonda Gravely, who will address the various types of dementia, the importance of seeking early and appropriate diagnosis, how to effectively communicate with physicians, and practical ways to reduce stress.

Our program also features Karen Stobbe, caregiver, writer, and actress, who will use her humor and expertise to share practical ways to be present and in the moment when working with persons with dementia.

Online registration is now closed!  To inquire about availability, please call 864-699-0621.  To view the conference brochure, please click here. 

Know the 10 Signs

Wednesday, June 6, 2012
2:00 p.m. 
Eagle Crest in Myrtle Beach
3736 Robert M Grissom Parkway, Myrtle Beach SC 29577

If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for the future. This interactive workshop is presented by Natalie Bankowski, Program Director for the Alzheimer's Association.  To RSVP, call at 843-448-9300. 

Save the Date for the 20th Annual Alzheimer's Educational Symposium!

Friday, August 10, 2012
8:30 until 4:00pm
William L. Yates Conference Center
South Carolina Hospital Association
Columbia, SC

More details coming soon!

Know the 10 Signs

Friday, August 17, 2012
10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m.
Horry Georgetown Technical College, Grand Strand Campus, Building 600
743 Hemlock Avenue, Myrtle Beach, SC 29577

If you or someone you know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Early detection of Alzheimer’s disease gives you a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for the future. This interactive workshop is presented by Natalie Bankowski, Program Director for the Alzheimer's Association.  To RSVP, contact Leslie Fryer at 843-903-8317.

More details coming soon!


 

Please check back for more details on these and other educational offerings.

 

Ongoing Opportunities Free training offered at locations around the state by the Office for the Study of Aging, Arnold School of Public Health, University of South Carolina: "Dementia Dialogues" is a 5-session training course designed to educate individuals who care for persons who exhibit signs and symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s Disease or related dementias. View schedule of current offerings. Each of the 5 sessions is approximately 90 minutes in length. Participants will be awarded a Dementia Specialist Certificate after completion of all 5 sessions. Recommended participants include CNAs, PCAs, nurses, family members, activity directors, and anyone who interacts with individuals with dementia. For more information or to register, please visit http://www.sph.sc.edu/osa/programs_dementia.html or call 803.318.1601.    Please check back for additional educational programs!

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