Review of memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer's disease that includes information on the latest research, treatment, and diagnosis.
Contact Name: Mallory Freitag
Email:mfreitag@alz.org Phone Number: 713-314-1339
AUG 15
Learning Together Series Begins- RSVP required*
Area: Greater Houston Audience: Caregiver Location: Kelsey-Seybold Main Campus 2727 Holcombe Blvd. Houston, TX 77030 Date: 8/15/2013 Time: 9:45 AM to 11:30 AM
The Learning Together series is an educational opportunity for individuals in the early-stages of memory loss and their care partners. Learning Together covers topics related to early-memory loss, including the basics of the disease, communication techniques, driving, and legal and financial planning.
Guidelines for participation: (1) Symptoms of memory loss or other problems associated with mild cognitive impairment, and a diagnosis of early-stage Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder documented by a physician or a clinical professional's geriatric assessment. (2) The individual is aware of their problem and/or the diagnosis and acknowledges memory loss or confusion at times. (3) The individual has a care partner or someone who is willing to attend with them. (4) The individual can reasonably engage in conversation, expressing themselves despite difficulty with word finding or speech.
*RSVPs are required to participate in Learning Together.
Contact Name: Teri Miller or Mallory Freitag
Email:tmiller@alz.org or mfreitag@alz.org Phone Number: 713-314-1353 (Teri) or 713-314-1339 (Mallory)
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