Alzheimer’s Association Hosting Virtual Educational Programs

POUGHKEEPSIE – The Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter will host the following virtual events via Zoom in March. To register for any of these programs, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 800.272.3900 or click the program name to register online.

Living with Alzheimer’s for early-stage caregivers will be held from 3-4 p.m. Monday, March 1. This program offers practical answers to the questions that arise in the early stage.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia will be held from 1-2 p.m. Tuesday, March 2. Learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s, disease stages and risk factors, current research and treatments as well as Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Introduction to Alzheimer’s will be held from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Thursday, March 4. This virtual program by the Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter touches on the impact of Alzheimer’s, risk factors and warning signs, resources and how you can join the fight against the disease.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips From the Latest Research will be held from 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, March 4. This program provides information on diet, nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Get hands-on tools to develop a plan for healthy aging.

10 Signs of Alzheimer’s will be held from 10-11 a.m. Friday, March 5. Learn about typical age-related changes, common warning signs of Alzheimer’s, how to approach someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of a diagnosis, the diagnostic process and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

In Our Right Mind Symposium will be held from 9:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, March 6. A virtual showing of “In Our Right Mind,” a film that tells the stories of African Americans and Hispanics grappling with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The showing will be followed by a panel discussion featuring producer and narrator Renee Chenault Fattah, Dr. Maria Carrillo of the Alzheimer’s Association.

COVID-19 and Caregiving will be held from 12:30-1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 6.This program provides simple tips caregivers can put in place whether the person living with dementia lives at home, in a residential facility, or care providers are coming into the home.

AlzWell Social Club will be held from 1-3:30 p.m. Saturday, March 6. This event features movement to music, a support group with art therapists, dance and other activities.
Living with Alzheimer’s for early-stage caregivers will be held from 3-4 p.m. Monday, March 8. This program offers practical answers to the questions that arise in the early stage.

Effective Communication Strategies will be held from Noon to 1 p.m. Tuesday, March 9. Get information on how communication takes place when someone has dementia. Learn to decode verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at every stage of the disease.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s will be held from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, March 9. Learn about typical age-related changes, common warning signs of Alzheimer’s, how to approach someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of a diagnosis, the diagnostic process and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s will be held from 10-11 a.m. Wednesday, March 10. Learn about typical age-related changes, common warning signs of Alzheimer’s, how to approach someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of a diagnosis, the diagnostic process and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia will be held from 11 a.m. to noon Thursday, March 11. Learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between dementia and Alzheimer’s, disease stages and risk factors, research, treatments and Alzheimer’s Association resources.
These programs are supported in part by a grant from the New York State Department of Health.

About the Hudson Valley Chapter
The Hudson Valley Chapter serves families living with dementia in seven counties in New York, including Duchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster, and Westchester. To learn more about the programs and services offered locally, visit alz.org/hudsonvalley.

About the Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Its vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all dementia. Visit alz.org.