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    UPCOMING EVENTS

    The Impact of Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia in the Workplace

    Wednesday, January 7, 12-1pm
    VIRTUAL

    Join Thera Blasio, program manager at the Rochester & Finger Lakes Region Chapter, for a discussion on cognitive impairment and dementia in the workplace. Learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s on employees and caregivers, ways companies can support their teams and the cause, and current programs and services available to support working caregivers.
    Register today at bit.ly/AlzWorkplaceJan26 or call 800.272.3900.

    URMC Geriatric Medicine Community-Wide Grand Rounds
    Sleep and Brain: Considerations for Cognitive Health

    Wednesday, January 28, 8am
    VIRTUAL

    Join Heather M. Snyder, PhD, senior vice president, medical and scientific relations at the Alzheimer's Association, for this informative talk. All audiences are welcome! Visit bit.ly/AlzURMCGrandRounds tor registration information and details.

    African American Faith Breakfast

    Wednesday, February 11, 9-11am
    Equal Opportunity Program, 650 Baldwin St., Elmira
    Join us at this special breakfast event focused on exploring potential collaborations between your faith community and the Alzheimer's Association. Participants will learn how to enhance awareness of Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia that could affect their faith community and explore a range of complementary programs and resources designed to improve their support initiatives. Call 800.272.3900 to register. 

    African American Community Forum

    Friday, February 13, 11:30am-1pm
    Common Ground Health, 1150 University Ave, Building 5, Rochester

    Join us for the Alzheimer’s Association’s 2025 African American Community Forum and listening session on Friday, February 13, from 11:30am-1pm at Common Ground Health. A light lunch and refreshments will be provided. We welcome you at this community forum to share your experience with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementia and discuss how the Alzheimer’s Association can best serve the community. Together, we can help to enhance care and support resources for those facing the disease. This meeting will offer time for your questions, as well as an opportunity to connect with other community members.

    Living with Lewy Body Dementia: A Five-Part Virtual Education Series for Caregivers

    March 4, 11, 18, 25 and April 1, 12-1pm
    Most experts estimate that Lewy body dementia is the third-most-common cause of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. Dementia with Lewy bodies can often present with unique symptoms, diagnosis information, and treatment plans. Join us for this five-week virtual series where experts will discuss the difference between Lewy body dementia and Parkinson's Disease dementia; medication management, sleep issues, and motor function changes; responding to challenging dementia-related behaviors; important reasons and ways to help manage caregiver stress; and local community resources. 

    The End I Want 

    Wednesday, March 4, 12-2pm
    The Radisson Hotel, 125 Denison Pkwy. E., Corning

    This unique mini-conference program is designed to promote end-of-life planning, with a particular focus on individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. It aims to enhance understanding of hospice care and highlight the importance of mental health within our aging population. Participants will receive valuable materials and resources from the Alzheimer’s Association and other relevant organizations, ensuring they have the necessary support while navigating these complex issues. A light lunch will be provided. Registration required; call 607.936.4686 ext. 2.

    Dr. Lemuel and Gloria Rogers African American Health Symposium

    Thursday, April 9, 9am-3pm
    Memorial AME Zion Church, 549 Clarissa St., Rochester
    Join us to learn more about the impact of Alzheimer's and dementia on the African American community and the progress that's been made. More info coming soon!

    Let's Talk About Health: Rural Healthcare Conference

    Friday, May 8, 9am-4pm
    A VIRTUAL conference for healthcare professionals and caregivers serving older adults in rural areas. 
    Access to healthcare and other supportive services are critical to maintaining good health as we age, yet older adults in rural areas face a variety of access barriers. These challenges are topics not often covered in health professions education. The goal of this conference is to identify and mitigate the challenges of providing healthcare in rural areas by increasing knowledge of population health data, treatment strategies, and support and services in order to encourage and build resilience in rural caregivers and healthcare providers. For more information, visit bit.ly/RuralHealth26 or email tsblasio@alz.org.