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    Local Education Series

    Join us for these free, local education series designed to help those affected by Alzheimer's disease or other dementia to learn vital skills needed to navigate an Alzheimer's diagonsis, discover how to effectively manage the complexities of caring for individuals with dementia and gain an understanding of the signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's to facillitate early detection of the disease.

    Register for each session via the unique links or contact emails provided below or for more information or to register by phone, call 800.272.3900.

    CenterWell Alzheimer’s & Dementia Education Series
    a collaboration of the Alzheimer's Association Houston & Southeast Texas chapter & CenterWell

    Join us to learn about the signs, symptoms, causes and treatment of Alzheimer's disease, build confidence in your caregiving and develop skills that will help you on your caregiving journey.

    For more information, contact Parina Vyasa at pjvyasa@alz.org or call 800.272.3900

    10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

    Thursday, June 26 | 10:00 a.m. | CenterWell Gulfgate
    545 Gulfgate Center Mall | Houston, TX 77087
    Alzheimer’s causes changes in memory, thinking and behavior that are not normal aging. This program will guide you in learning what signs and symptoms to watch for in yourself and others.

    Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body

    Thursday, July 31 | 10:00 a.m. | CenterWell Downtown East
    5104 Harrisburg Blvd Ste. 800 | Houston, TX 77011
    Join us to find out how diet & nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement relates to the onset of Alzheimer's disease, and learn how to develop a plan for healthy aging.

    Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia

    Thursday, August 28 | 10:00 a.m. | CenterWell Baytown
    6515 Garth Rd Ste. 150 | Baytown, TX 77521
    This session will present the latest on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia including new research findings and upcoming and available treatments and will provide Alzheimer’s Association resources to help you navigate the disease. 

    A .PDF of the available programs can be found here.

    First Colony Library Alzheimer's & Dementia Education Series
    Presented in partnership with the Fort Bend Health & Human Services

    Location: First Colony Library - Fort Bend County Libraries

    212 Austin Pkwy | Sugar Land, TX 77479
    For more information, contact Parina Vyasa at pjvyasa@alz.org, email ryan.gant@fortbendcountytx.gov or call 800.272.3900

    Communicating Effectively

    Wednesday, June 25 | 2:00 p.m.

    This session teaches attendees how dementia affects communication, and includes tips for communicating well with family, friends, and health care professionals.

    Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body

    Wednesday, July 2 | 2:00 p.m.

    Join us to find out how diet & nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement relates to the onset of Alzheimer's disease, and learn how to develop a plan for healthy aging.

    Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia

    Wednesday, July 9 | 2:00 p.m.

    This session will present the latest on Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia including new research findings and upcoming and available treatments and will provide Alzheimer’s Association resources to help you navigate the disease. 

    Dementia Conversations

    Wednesday, July 16 | 2:00 p.m.

    Join us to learn how to have conversations about going to the doctor, deciding when to stop driving, and making legal and financial plans after you or someone you know receives a diagnoses of Alzheimer's disease or other dementia.

    A .PDF of the available programs can be found here.

    Caregiver Education Series

    a collaboration with West Houston Assistance Ministries and AARP Houston

    Communicating Effectively

    Monday, September 22 | 11am - Noon | Register: bit.ly/CEWHAM
    This session teaches attendees how dementia affects communication, and includes tips for communicating well with family, friends, and health care professionals.

    Administración de Dinero: Una Guía de Finanzas para Cuidadores

    Lunes, 10 de noviembre | 11am - Noon | Registro: bit.ly/MMWHAM
    Únase a nosotros para aprender consejos para administrar las finanzas de otra persona, cómo prepararse para los costos deatención futuros y los beneficios de la planficación temprana. Subtítulos disponibles.

    Exploring Care & Support Services

    Monday, December 8 | 11am - Noon | Register: bit.ly/ECSWHAM
    This session will gives you the tools you need to prepare for future care decisions and changes, and will include information on respite care, residential care, and end-of-life care.

    A .PDF of the available programs and their registration links can be found here.