UNDERSTANDING AND RESPONDING TO DEMENTIA RELATED BEHAVIOR
(Wednesday, August 28 @ 3:00 p.m.)
A workshop presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Behavior is a powerful form of communication and is one of the primary ways for people with dementia to communicate their needs and feelings as the ability to use language is lost. Join us to learn to decode behavioral messages, identify common behavior triggers, and learn strategies to help intervene with some of the most common behavior challenges of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Registration appreciated. Please call 800.272.3900 or email sprohuska@alz.org
10 WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE (Tuesday, July 30 @ 3:00 p.m.)
A workshop presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life. Join us to learn about 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others. Registration appreciated. Please call 800.272.3900 or email sprohuska@alz.org
MEMORY SCREENINGS (Tuesday, July 30 @ 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. & 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.)
The Germantown Community Library is pleased to offer memory screening through the Aging and -Disability Resource Center of Washington County. Memory screenings help identify changes in memory and provide resources to monitor and treat possible changes. Call Tammy Dickman at 262-335-4497 to schedule a 10-minute appointment.
Event Category: Aging & Dementia
Target Audience: Adults with early stage dementia, mild memory loss or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and a family member or care partner
Join Washington County Master Gardener Lora Schrieiber as we learn about gardening, share our favorite experiences and make our own teacup gardens. We will also have some delicious treats made from vegetables such as carrot cake and zucchini bread.
A Memory Café is a social gathering for those who are experiencing early stage dementia, mild memory loss or mild cognitive impairment, and a family member or care partner. The Café is a place to have fun, find support, and share experiences. Visit www.libraryproject.org to learn more. Registration required. Please contact Wendy Betley of the Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900. Additional Memory Cafes will be held on the 3rd Monday of every month, 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. at libraries in Elm Grove, Brookfield & Menomonee Falls.
Event Category: Aging & Dementia
Target Audience: Adults with early stage dementia, mild memory loss or mild cognitive impairment (MCI), and a family member or care partner
Held the 3rd Monday of each month @ 3:00 – 4:30 p.m. on a rotating basis with Brookfield, Elm Grove, Germantown, Menomonee Falls, Sussex libraries.
First time attendees should contact the Alzheimer’s Association for more information or RSVP for the next Memory Café at 800-272-3900.
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