Alzheimer’s and dementia workshop Feb. 20

The Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter is offering an educational workshop Feb. 20 covering the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia. This workshop provides a general overview for people who are facing a diagnosis as well as those who wish to be informed.

This free Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia program: 

• Explores the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. 

• Examines what happens in a brain affected by Alzheimer’s. 

• Details the risk factors for and three general stages of the disease. 

• Identifies FDA-approved treatments available to treat some symptoms. 

• Looks ahead to what’s on the horizon for Alzheimer’s research. 

• Offers helpful Alzheimer’s Association and local community resources.

In the United States alone, more than 6 million individuals are living with Alzheimer’s and 16 million are serving as their unpaid caregivers. The disease is a global crisis that impacts numerous families right here in our community. However, no one has to face this disease alone or without information, the release states.

The Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia workshop will be held on Tuesday, February 20, at the ADRC of Oneida County (100 Keenan Street) in Rhinelander from 1 to 2:30 p.m.

To learn more about this program, or to register (registration is requested), contact Julie St. Pierre at (715) 352-4091 or [email protected]. 

Individuals can also register by reaching out to the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900 or by visiting: https://bit.ly/UADFEB20.