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Century Health Systems to run monthly dementia support group at Whitcomb House
The Dementia Support Group will be facilitated by Shana Hermans, Population Health Specialist with Century Health Systems.
WHAT:
Monthly Dementia Support Group
WHEN/WHERE:
Last Thursday of the month (starting March 26)
6pm – 7pm
Whitcomb House
245 West Street
Milford, MA
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WHO:
The Dementia Support Group will be facilitated by Shana Hermans, Population Health Specialist with Century Health Systems. Shana will lead discussions on a variety of issues related to dementia, including stages, signs and symptoms; coping with a loved one’s dementia; caregiver tips; supportive community services; and more. Light snacks and refreshments will be served.
With a degree in Community Health Education, Hermans is highly qualified to educate about and raise awareness of the issues facing those with dementia as well as provide answers to attendee questions. Her background and training has provided her with the appropriate resources and knowledge to run a variety of health-related support groups and educational programs.
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The support group is free to attend, but space is limited. Please RSVP to Jessica Reardon at 508-634-2440 or jreardon@capitalseniorliving.net.
For information about establishing a support group in your area, please contact Century Health Systems at 508-651-1786 or info@centuryhealth.org.
Century Health Systems is located at 209 West Central Street, Suite 316, Natick, Mass., 01760. For additional information, call 508-651-1786 or visit www.centuryhealth.org.
About Century Health Systems: Since 2001, Century Health Systems has provided high-quality, innovative health education and wellness programs to the Boston MetroWest community. Its programs aim to meet the needs of individuals of all ages – from pre-school to seniors – and cover such areas as professional health and safety training; public health consultations; corporate wellness; school and early childhood programming; and recreation. Along with its affiliates, Natick Visiting Nurse Association and Distinguished Care Options, Century Health Systems provides a true continuum of care throughout the communities it serves.
