Family Education

Greater Indiana Chapter

Family Education Programs

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Introduction
The Alzheimer’s Association—Greater Indiana Chapter provides education programs for families who have a member with Alzheimer’s disease or a related disorder. These programs are offered free to family caregivers, but registration is requested to ensure adequate space. A basic education program, “Alzheimer’s Disease—Beginning to Cope,” is offered on a regular basis. The Association also offers specialized education programs on topics related to care giving.

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If you would like to register for any of the programs listed below, just click on that particular program. You will receive an e-mail confirming your registration.

Partnering With Your Doctor - Indianapolis
Partnering With Your Doctor is designed for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers who want to improve how they interact with their doctor. The workshop provides caregivers and people with dementia the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully partner with their physicians and other health care professionals in order to provide the highest-quality dementia care possible
Date: Thursday, September 18, 2008
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Community South Hospital, Classrooms 1 & 2, 1402 E. County Line Road, Indianapolis
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1 - Alzheimer's Disease: What You Need To Know
This program is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and is interested in learning about ite. The basics about memory loss and getting a diagnosis will be covered.
Date: Wednesday, October 01, 2008
Time: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Location: Dallas L. Winchester Senior Center, 239 Bond Street, Wabash
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1 - Legal and Financial Planning
This program will cover some of the important legal and financial considerations that should be addressed when someone has Alzheimer's
Date: Thursday, October 02, 2008
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Monroe County Library, 303 E. Kirkwood Ave, Bloomington
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need To Know is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and/or is interested in learning about it. The basics about memory loss, getting a diagnosis, and how to assist someone with memory loss will be covered.
Date: Thursday, October 02, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Council on Aging/Heimach Center, 1800 E. 7th Street, Fort Wayne, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need To Know is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and/or is interested in learning about it. The basics about memory loss, getting a diagnosis, and how to assist someone with memory loss will be covered.
Date: Thursday, October 02, 2008
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. 8th Street, Muncie, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1 - Medical Overview of Alzheimer's - Indianapolis
Dr. Ann Hake will present a medical overview of Alzheimer's. A light lunch will be provided.
Date: Friday, October 03, 2008
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Calvary Lutheran Church, 6111 Shelby Street, Indianapolis
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
This program is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and is interested in learning about ite. The basics about memory loss and getting a diagnosis will be covered.
Date: Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 PM
Location: Crawfordsville Public Library, 205 S. Washington Street, Crawfordsville, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
This program is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and is interested in learning about ite. The basics about memory loss and getting a diagnosis will be covered.
Date: Tuesday, October 07, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Mental Health Association Building, 914 South Street, Lafayette, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2: Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Wednesday, October 08, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Dallas L Winchester Senior Center, 239 Bond Street, Wabash, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1: AD: What You Need to Know
This program is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and is interested in learning about ite. The basics about memory loss and getting a diagnosis will be covered.
Date: Thursday, October 09, 2008
Time: 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Location: Jasper Co. Community Services Building, 967 Leopold Street, Rensselaer, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Thursday, October 09, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Council on Aging, Heimach Center, 1800 East 7th Street, Auburn, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Medical Overview
This program includes information on medical issues related to aging and dementia.
Date: Thursday, October 09, 2008
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Monroe County Library, 303 E. Kirkwood Ave., Bloomington, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2 - Financial & Legal Issues - Indianapolis
This session will provide infomation on the financial and legal issues that can arise with a diagnosis of Alzheimer'disease.
Date: Friday, October 10, 2008
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Calvary Lutheran Church, 6111 Shelby Street, Indianapolis
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Crawfordsville Public Library, 205 S. Washington Street, Crawfordsville, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Mental Health Association Building, 914 South Street, Lafayette, IN
Fee: None

ABC: Alzheimer's Disease: Beginning to Cope
Alzheimer's Disease: Beginning to Cope has been designed for people who want to know more about Alzheimer' disease and care planning with their loved one. This program offers a comprehensive overview of Alzheimer's disease and its progression, utilization of community resources, and legal and financial considerations. Experts in the field of elder law and dementia present this program and will answer your questions.
Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Mt. Pleasant Christian Church, 811 Bluff Road, Greenwood, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to For Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00pm
Location: Dallas L. Winchester Senior Center, 239 Bond Street, Wabash, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, Caring for the Caregiver
Caring for the Caregiver was designed for people who are caring for someone with memory loss. Once a person attends Understanding Memory Loss or Alzheimer's Disease: Beginning to Cope, this program expands information on caring for oneself. This workshop explores coping strategies for the caregiver, grief, stress management, family dynamics, and using resources to help manage the journey.
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2008
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm
Location: Monroe County Library, 303 E. Kirkwood, Bloomington, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2008
Time: 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Location: Jasper County Community Services Building, 967 Leopold Street, Rensselaer, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2008
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. 8th Street, Muncie, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, Intimacy Issues
None
Date: Thursday, October 16, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Council on Aging/Heimach Center, 1800 East 7th Street, Auburn, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3 - Caregiving Issues - Indianapolis
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's is stressful. This program will address a variety of coping strategies for the caregiver as well as information about using resources to help manage the journey.
Date: Friday, October 17, 2008
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Calvary Lutheran Church, 6111 Shelby Street, Indianapolis
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Mental Health Association Building, 914 South Street, Lafayette, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Crawfordsville Public Library, 205 S. Washington Street, Crawfordsville, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Dallas L. Winchester Senior Center, 239 Bond Street, Wabash, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Council on Aging/Heimach Center, 1800 East 7th Street, Auburn, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2008
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. 8th Street, Muncie, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2008
Time: 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Location: Jasper County Community Services Building, 967 Leopold Street, Rensselaer, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Topic of Choice
None
Date: Thursday, October 23, 2008
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Monroe County Library, 303 East Kirkwood Avenue, Bloomington, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4 - Indianapolis
This program will be on the topic of the caregivers choice. Individuals who attend the first 3 Community Conversations programs will be asked what topic they will like the 4th program to be about.
Date: Friday, October 24, 2008
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Location: Noblesville First United Methodist Church, Wesley Hall, 2051 E. Monument Street
Fee: None

End-of-Life Seminar
Join us on Tuesday October 28, 2008 when nationally recognized speaker, Doug Smith M.Div., M.A., M.S., author of several books on caregiving, grieving, and healing presents Caring and Healing through the End of Life Journey. Topics that will be addressed during the seminar include ethics, styles of grieving, and styles of healing. Registration and a light breakfast begin at 8 a.m., and the seminar takes place from 9 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. with lunch provided. There is no cost for this family/professional event. This seminar is sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association, Heartland Hospice, and Aging and In-Home Services.
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Time: 8:00 AM - 3:15 PM
Location: Ivy Tech Auditorium, 3800 N. Anthony Blvd. Fort Wayne
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Crawfordsville Public Library, 205 S. Washington Street, Crawfordsville, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Mental Health Association Building, 914 South Street, Lafayette, IN
Fee: None

Caregiver's Conference
None
Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Time: 8:30 am - 3:30 am
Location: The Connection, 2900 E. Markland Avenue, Kokomo, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008
Time: 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Location: Jasper County Community Services Building, 967 Leopold Street, Rensselaer, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4
None
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Delaware County Senior Center, 2517 W. 8th Street, Muncie, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Waters of Williamsport, 200 Short Street, Williamsport, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need To Know is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and/or is interested in learning about it. The basics about memory loss, getting a diagnosis, and how to assist someone with memory loss will be covered.
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Parkview Huntington Hospital, 2001 Stults Road, Huntington, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
This program is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and is interested in learning about ite. The basics about memory loss and getting a diagnosis will be covered.
Date: Friday, October 31, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Adams County Memorial Hospital, 805 High Street, Decatur, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
This program is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and is interested in learning about ite. The basics about memory loss and getting a diagnosis will be covered.
Date: Monday, November 03, 2008
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Vigo County Library, One Library Square, Terre Haute, IN
Fee: None

Caring for the Caregiver
Caring for the Caregiver was designed for people who are caring for someone with memory loss. Once a person attends Understanding Memory Loss or Alzheimer’s Disease: Beginning to Cope, this program expands information on caring for oneself. This workshop explores coping strategies for the caregiver, grief, stress management, family dynamics, and using resources to help manage the journey.
Date: Tuesday, November 04, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Jackson County Public Library, 303 W. 22nd Street, Seymour, IN
Fee: None

Caring for the Caregiver
Caring for the Caregiver was designed for people who are caring for someone with memory loss. Once a person attends Understanding Memory Loss or Alzheimer’s Disease: Beginning to Cope, this program expands information on caring for oneself. This workshop explores coping strategies for the caregiver, grief, stress management, family dynamics, and using resources to help manage the journey.
Date: Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location: Jackson County Public Library, 303 W. 22nd Street, Seymour, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need To Know is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and/or is interested in learning about it. The basics about memory loss, getting a diagnosis, and how to assist someone with memory loss will be covered.
Date: Wednesday, November 05, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Howard County Library, 1755 E. Center Road, Kokomo, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need To Know is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and/or is interested in learning about it. The basics about memory loss, getting a diagnosis, and how to assist someone with memory loss will be covered.
Date: Thursday, November 06, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Richmond Senior Center, 1600 S. 2nd Street, Richmond, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Thursday, November 06, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Parkview Huntington Hospital, 2001 Stults Road, Huntington, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Friday, November 07, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Adams County Memorial Hospital, 805 High Street, Decatur, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Monday, November 10, 2008
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Vigo County Library, One Library Square, Terre Haute, IN
Fee: None

PWYD
None
Date: Monday, November 10, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: Prime Life Enrichment, 1078 Third Ave. SW, Carmel, IN
Fee: None

Legal and Financial Issues
None
Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Senior Center, 148 Lindsay Street, Columbus, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Howard County Library, 1755 E. Center Road, Kokomo, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Richmond Senior Center, 1600 S. 2nd Street, Richmond, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, Caring for the Caregiver
Caring for the Caregiver was designed for people who are caring for someone with memory loss. Once a person attends Understanding Memory Loss or Alzheimer’s Disease: Beginning to Cope, this program expands information on caring for oneself. This workshop explores coping strategies for the caregiver, grief, stress management, family dynamics, and using resources to help manage the journey.
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Parkview Huntington Hospital, 2001 Stults Road, Huntington, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, Caring for the Caregiver
Caring for the Caregiver was designed for people who are caring for someone with memory loss. Once a person attends Understanding Memory Loss or Alzheimer’s Disease: Beginning to Cope, this program expands information on caring for oneself. This workshop explores coping strategies for the caregiver, grief, stress management, family dynamics, and using resources to help manage the journey.
Date: Friday, November 14, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Adams County Memorial Hospital, 805 High Street, Decatur, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Monday, November 17, 2008
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Vigo County Library, One Library Square, Terre Haute, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need To Know is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and/or is interested in learning about it. The basics about memory loss, getting a diagnosis, and how to assist someone with memory loss will be covered.
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Library, 51446 Elm Road, Granger, IN
Fee: None

Alzheimer’s Disease: Beginning to Cope (ABC)
Alzheimer’s Disease: Beginning to Cope has been designed for people who want to know more about Alzheimer’ disease and care planning with their loved one. This program offers a comprehensive overview of Alzheimer’s disease and its progression, utilization of community resources, and legal and financial considerations. Experts in the field of elder law and dementia present this program and will answer your questions.
Date: Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Indiana Heart Hospital, 8075 N. Shadeland Avenue, Conf Rm A-B, Indianapolis, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Howard Co. Library, 1755 E. Center Road, Kokomo, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Richmond Senior Center, 1600 S. 2nd Street, Richmond, IN
Fee: None

Intimacy and the Caregiver Relationship
None
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Parkview Huntington Hospital, 2001 Stults Road, Huntington, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Friday, November 21, 2008
Time: 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Location: Adams County Memorial Hospital, 805 High Street, Decatur, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Monday, November 24, 2008
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location: Vigo County Library, One Library Square, Terre Haute, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Library (Harris Branch), 51446 Elm Road, Granger, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Library (Harris Branch), 51446 Elm Road, Granger, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #1, AD: What You Need to Know
Alzheimer’s Disease: What You Need To Know is an introductory program for anyone who suspects memory loss and/or is interested in learning about it. The basics about memory loss, getting a diagnosis, and how to assist someone with memory loss will be covered.
Date: Tuesday, December 02, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Logansport Public Library, 616 E. Broadway, Logansport, IN
Fee: None

Living with Memory Loss
Living with Memory Loss is the premier program for people who have memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and coping strategies. This program will help those with dementia learn about strengths and how they can adapt to their new life. Topics include caring for oneself, facing new challenges, helping family members, and finding support.
Date: Thursday, December 04, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Location: Alzheimer's Association, 50 E. 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Thursday, December 04, 2008
Time: 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Location: Richmond Senior Center, 1600 S. 2nd Street, Richmond, IN
Fee: None

Caring for the Caregiver--Indianapolis
Caring for the Caregiver was designed for people who are caring for someone with memory loss. Once a person attends Understanding Memory Loss or Alzheimer's Disease: Beginning to Cope, this program expands information on caring for oneself. This workshop explores coping strategies for the caregiver, grief, stress management, family dynamics, and using resources to help manage the journey.
Date: Thursday, December 04, 2008
Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location: Martin University, 2171 N Avondale Pl
Fee: None

PWYD
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Date: Friday, December 05, 2008
Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Location: Indianapolis Senior Center, 708 E. Michigan Street, Indianapolis, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #4, Maintain Your Brain
When we think about staying fit, we generally think from the neck down. But brain health plays a critical role in almost everything we do - thinking, feeling, remembering, working, playing - even sleeping. The good news is we know there are things we can do to help keep our brain healthier as we age, and these steps might reduce our risk of Alzheimer's.
Date: Tuesday, December 09, 2008
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Location: Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Library (Harris Branch), 51446 Elm Road, Granger, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #2, Making Life Decisions
Making Life Decisions is for people who are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and making decisions. This program will help participants learn about possible care options, legal, and financial issues. Topics include various care options, tools to assist in health decision planning, and finances.
Date: Tuesday, December 09, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Logansport Public Library, 616 E. Broadway, Logansport, IN
Fee: None

Community Conversations #3, How-to for Caregivers
How To for Caregivers is for people who are caring for a loved one with memory loss. This program expands information on Alzheimer’s disease and caring strategies. This program will help participants learn about their loved one’s strengths and supporting needs while maintaining as much independence as possible. Topics include personal care, communicating, and coping with challenging behaviors.
Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Location: Logansport Public Library, 616 E. Broadway, Logansport, IN
Fee: None

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