Join AARP NY and Alzheimer’s Association for Free Virtual Educational Workshops

Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. So this fall, AARP New York, along with the Alzheimer's Association, is launching Alzheimer's Disease: Practical Information for All Ages, a FREE series of statewide Alzheimer's education programs. Each program is 60 minutes long, plus a Q&A session that can address concerns about diagnosis, research, treatment, and support.

Alzheimer's disease, the most common form of dementia, is a progressive, fatal brain disease. According to the Alzheimer's Association, an estimated 6.2 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, including 410,000 people in New York. Additionally, there are more than 11 million caregivers of people with Alzheimer's or other dementias. Nearly one-fourth of them are "sandwich generation" caregivers – caring for both someone with the disease and a child or grandchild.

Participants will have the option of joining virtually via Zoom or through a toll-free number. You do not need to participate in each program. Programs are intended for those living with Alzheimer's, families including caregivers of all ages, community members, and professionals. It's never too late or too early to start thinking about your brain's health.

Advanced registration is required, and registrants will be sent details before the date of the program.  See the AARPNY cvent links below for more information.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research | Tuesday, September 14, 10 a.m.

At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially help to improve our health.  These habits may also work to assist in keeping our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline.

• Learn more: https://aarp.cvent.com/alz0914

10 Warning Signs | Wednesday, October 20, 6 p.m. Same Virtual Presentation also available in SPANISH on Tuesday, October 7, 10am.

Learn the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's disease, hear from people who have the disease, and find out how to recognize the signs in yourself and others.

• Learn more: https://aarp.cvent.com/alz1020
• Aprende más: https://aarp.cvent.com/Alz-Esp1007

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia| Wednesday, November 3, 10 a.m. Same Virtual Presentation also available in SPANISH on Tuesday, November 9, 6 p.m.

Learn about detection, causes, risk factors, stages, and treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

• Learn more: https://aarp.cvent.com/alz1103
• Aprende más: https://aarp.cvent.com/Alz-Esp1109

Dementia Conversations | Monday, November 22, 6 p.m.

When someone is showing signs of dementia, it's time to talk. The Alzheimer's Association Conversations about Dementia program is designed to help you talk with your family about some challenging and often uncomfortable topics around Alzheimer's and dementia.

• Learn more: https://aarp.cvent.com/alz1122

We look forward to seeing you virtually!

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