A workshop, Aging and Alzheimer’s: What You Need to Know will be offered Oct. 11 from 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. at Boone County Cooperative Extension, 6028 Camp Ernst Rd, Burlington.
Individuals can register online at www.boone.ca.uky.edu/events or calling 859.586.6101.
Research has shown that cognitive changes in the brain can start 20 years or more before dementia symptoms occur. Unfortunately, individuals and family members often dismiss these signs as a typical part of aging.
“Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia are very different from changes seen as a normal part of the aging process,” said Dayna Ritchey, program director for the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Cincinnati and Miami Valley Chapters.
“This workshop aims to empower attendees with an understanding of dementia, as well as knowledge to help them care for loved ones living with Alzheimer’s, how to make healthy choices for brain health and more,” she said.
Morning session presentations:
• Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Dr. Kathleen Downey
• Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body, Pat Grimes
• 10 Warning Signs, Melissa Luttmann
Following lunch, the afternoon will include:
Expert Panel
• Officer Chris Perry, Amberly Police Department
• Cliff Bryant, Branch Manager, Adult Protection Services, Commonwealth of Kentucky, Kate Race, Regional Director, Assisting Hands Home Care of Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky
• Nancy Payne, R.N. Clinical Consultant, Alzheimer’s Association Greater Cincinnati Chapter.
• Kitchen Table Conversations: Navigating the Ups and Downs with Loved Ones, led by Terri Burke.
“Boone County Cooperative Extension Service is always willing to host an event with the Alzheimer’s Association to bring awareness of the latest breakthroughs and information for our area residents,” said Diane Mason, county extension agent, University of Kentucky/Boone County Cooperative Extension Service.
“I’m excited that this year we will be offering information about how those in the public can be more aware of and helpful for those who may have a form of dementia and are out and about in the neighborhood or local stores. Participants always leave these workshops with information they can use in their daily lives, whether they are engaging with those living with dementia, or looking to increase their own awareness of the disease,” she said.
To learn more about Alzheimer’s or other dementia and to access free support and resources, visit alz.org/cincinnati or call the Greater Cincinnati Chapter at 513.721.4284 or the 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.