Project ESTEEM LET’S TALK Adult Education Recommended Family Ed. Classes for those with Mild Memory Loss Getting Connected Understanding Memory Loss Looking Ahead

We understand activities that offer stimulation, socialization, purpose and dignity are vital for all human beings, but particularly people with dementia since they are experiencing so many complex emotions and changes. 

Persons with Alzheimer’s disease always tell us that getting help and support early makes a big difference for them. Family members also report the benefits of being with and learning from other families. 

By utilizing the early stage programs here at the St. Louis chapter, persons with Alzheimer's and their families become more hopeful and more confident as they face the future. They also develop a network of people with the same concerns. 

Follow this link to watch a short video highlighting how our program is helping those in the early stages of dementia

Project ESTEEM

Coping with Mild Memory Loss?
Join Project ESTEEM (Early Stage Enrichment, Education, and Motivation)

Project Esteem is an education and support program for people with early stage memory loss, their family and friends. It's a chance to develop new friendships, gain coping skills, and enhance family communication.

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LET’S TALK

LET’S TALK allows people with early stage memory loss to communicate for personal support and to share their ideas and experiences. Through LET’S TALK, persons with early stage dementia are linked through a supervised telephone peer support program to share information and coping strategies, reduce social isolation, and provide emotional support. The program provides a supportive environment where people can talk freely about the effects of dementia on their lives.

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Adult Education

Adult education courses are grant-funded programs designed to help persons with early stage dementia take part in meaningful educational activities that tap into their abilities that are still intact.The programs are series of classes. The subject matter changes with each series. Past adult education classes have involved art and photography. An upcoming class will deal with theater.

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Getting Connected

Getting Connected is a FREE monthly opportunity for newcomers to become acquainted with the resources and services available through the Alzheimer's Association for persons with memory loss and those who are concerned about the well-being of their loved one.

The purpose of the session is to view a brief informational video on our chapter services and to interact with a volunteer panel on why, when and how to tap into the Alzheimer's Association for reliable information and support. There will be a brief question and answer segment on dementia, memory loss and various related diagnoses as well as a tour of our award-winning resource center. An Alzheimer's Association professional is available throughout the program to welcome you, direct you to resources, or to supply information you have identified as useful or important to you.

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Understanding Memory Loss

Understanding Memory Loss is the core education program of the Alzheimer's Association of
St. Louis. This program provides a thorough overview of memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer's disease while including information about research, treatments, and how to get a diagnosis. This program forms the foundation for all other education programs, and everyone is encouraged to attend before going to additional programs. Everyone is encouraged to come!

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Looking Ahead: Planning for Future Legal & Financial Needs

Looking Ahead: Planning for Future Legal & Financial Needs is for those who want to plan ahead for the future. This program will inform you about legal planning tools like advance directives and durable powers of attorney that can help assure your loved one's wishes are met. Topics covered include the importance of advanced legal planning, common tools for health decisions or estate planning & caregiver resources. This program is encouraged for family caregivers at any stage of the disease, and people with memory loss are welcome to attend.

Register for this FREE program by calling (800) 980-9080.

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