Name:
Alzheimer's Association 2020 African American Caregiver Seminar
Date:
February 22, 2020
Time:
8:30 AM - 2:00 PM CST
Website:
http://alznct.news/caregiver2020
Alzheimer's Association African American Caregiver Seminar Flyer
Event Description:
CAREGIVER 20/20: Catch the Vision
We cordially invite family caregivers, senior care professionals, and the community at large to join us for our annual, half-day seminar, free of charge. Light breakfast and lunch are provided. There will be opportunities to converse with local community organizations providing resources for families impacted by dementia. Social workers can receive 3 hours of continuing education.
Seminar topics include: Health Equity, Self-Advocacy and Medical Assessment for Disease and Brain Health; Ten Warning Signs of Dementia and the Importance of Early Detection and Early Diagnosis; Recent Alzheimer’s Research Findings and the Need for Greater Participation in Clinical Trials; and Preparing for the Future: Advanced Care Planning, Palliative Care and Hospice Strategies for Improving Self-Care and Reducing Caregiver Stress and Burden.
Volunteers are needed to help with this event.
On-site respite is available with prior reservation. Contact Tia Viera (817) 336-4949, extension 1479.
