Free Workshop to Address Dementia-Related Behaviors
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness month. In an effort to inform the public on various aspects of Alzheimer’s and dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association will presenting a workshop on behaviors associated with dementia. The workshop will be held Thursday, June 23 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, 170 Governors Avenue, Medford.
Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior offers information to help decode behavioral messages and identify common behavior triggers. Participants will learn strategies to help intervene with the most common behavioral challenges with dementia. To register or for more information visit alz.org/MANH or call 800-272-3900.
The Alzheimer’s Association, with headquarters in Watertown, has regional offices in Springfield, Raynham, and Worcester, MA and Bedford, NH. The Alzheimer Association provides services and programs for those with Alzheimer’s, family and professional caregivers in the form of support groups, a 24/7 Helpline, care consultation, advocacy efforts, research funding and education programs. For more information about Alzheimer programs, visit alz.org/MANH or call 800-272-3900.
– Submitted by the Alzheimer’s Association