Alzheimer’s Association education programs remain online

Based on the guidance from local public health agencies, the Alzheimer's Association, Central New York Chapter has moved its free education programs from in-person gatherings to an easy-to-use online meeting system.

"The health and safety of our constituents, volunteers and staff remain our driver as we address the COVID-19 outbreak and as we continue to pursue our mission, today and in the longer term," said Catherine James, Alzheimer's Association, Central New York Chapter chief executive officer. "Alzheimer's Association operations will continue, and we will re-evaluate these measures on an ongoing basis and resume in person engagements as soon as we are able, based on public health guidelines."

The Chapter presents more than 500 education programs annually throughout the region. These programs, offered free of charge, information on topics including the signs of Alzheimer's disease, diagnosis, communication, living with Alzheimer's and caregiving techniques.

To register for a program and receive instructions for how to join the session, call 315-472-4201 and dial extension 228 at the prompt.

Upcoming programs include:

May 7, 6:30–7:30 p.m.: Dementia Conversations (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 8, 11 a.m.–noon: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia Public (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 11, 1:30–3:30 p.m.: Legal & Financial Planning for Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 11, 5-6 p.m.: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 12, 4:30–5:30 p.m.: Effective Communication Strategies (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 13, 4:30–6 p.m.: Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 13, 10–11 a.m.: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 13, 1–2 p.m.: Effective Communication Strategies (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 14, 1:30–3:30 p.m.: Legal & Financial for Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 14, 3:30–5 p.m.: Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 14, 6–7 p.m.: Effective Communication Strategies (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 15, 10:30–11:30 a.m.: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 15, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 18, 9–11 a.m.: Legal & Financial Planning for Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 18, 5–6:30 p.m.: Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 19, 2–3 p.m.: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 19, 4:30–6:30 p.m.: Legal & Financial Planning for Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 21, 5:30–6:30 p.m.: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 26, noon–1 p.m.: Effective Communication Strategies (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 26, 3–4 p.m.: Dementia Conversations (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 26, 6–7 p.m.: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 27, 5–6 p.m.: Effective Communication Strategies (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

May 28, 10:30–12:30 p.m.: Legal & Financial Planning for Dementia (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia) to Dementia-Related Behaviors (intended for caregivers and people living with dementia).

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. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia. Visit www.alz.org or call 800-272-3900.

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