Skip to Content
    Houston & Southeast Texas Chapter
    Change Location

    Local Education Series

    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.

    Caregiver Education Series for Veterans

    A collaboration between the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center & the Alzheimer's Association

    Join us for these free, virtual education programs for veterans who serve as caregivers, caregivers of veterans, and those who serve veterans in the community. Register for each session via the unique links provided below.

    10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Disease

    Tuesday, January 13, 2026 | Noon | Register: bit.ly/10S12026
    Alzheimer’s causes changes in memory, thinking, and behavior that are not normal aging, and early detection is important. Join us to learn what signs and symptoms to watch for in yourself and others.

    Building Foundation of Caregiving

    Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | Noon | Register: bit.ly/EC32026
    This session will explore the role of a caregiver, and will give you the information you need to navigate changes a caregiver may experience, learn how to build a support team and cover techniques for managing caregiver stress.

    Supporting Independence

    Tuesday, May 12, 2026 | Noon | Register: bit.ly/EC52026
    This session focuses on helping a person living with dementia take part in daily activities, gives tips on how to provide the right amount of support, and covers how to balance safety and independence while managing expectations.

    Communicating Effectively

    Tuesday, July 14, 2026 | Noon | Register: bit.ly/EC72026
    This session teaches attendees how dementia affects communication, and includes tips for communicating well with family, friends, and health care professionals.

    Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

    Tuesday, September 8, 2026 | Noon | Register: bit.ly/EC92026
    This session details common behavior changes in people with Alzheimer's or other dementias, and how they are a form of communication, provides information on non-medical approaches to navigating behaviors, and gives you the tools to decide when additional help is needed.

    Exploring Care & Support Services 

    Tuesday, November 3, 2026 | Noon | Register: bit.ly/EC112026
    This session details common behavior changes in people with Alzheimer's or other dementias, and how they are a form of communication, provides information on non-medical approaches to navigating behaviors, and gives you the tools to decide when additional help is needed.

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

    Caregiver Education Series

    a collaboration with West Houston Assistance Ministries and AARP Houston

    Exploring Care & Support Services

    Monday, December 8 | 11am - Noon | Register: bit.ly/ESWHAM
    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.