Free Program on the Basics of Dementia Held April 14

BEDFORD, NH - The Alzheimer’s Association is presenting a workshop to cover the basic information on Alzheimer's and related dementias from 4 to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 14, 2016, at the Alzheimer's Association, 166 South River Road in Bedford, according to a press statement. The workshop is free and open to the public.

“Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging,” said Susan Antkowiak, Vice President of Programs & Services, Alzheimer's Association, Massachusetts and New Hampshire Chapter. “The Basics program is a great introduction for people who are interested in learning more about Alzheimer's and related dementias.”

The Basics offers general information on Alzheimer's and related dementias, covers the benefits of early detection, outlines causes and risk factors, explains treatment, and introduces services offered by the Alzheimer's Association for people with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and their caregivers. To register or for more information call 800-272-3900 or visit alz.org/MANH.

The Alzheimer’s Association, with headquarters in Watertown, has regional offices in Springfield, Raynham, and Worcester, MA and Bedford. The Alzheimer Association provides services and programs for those with Alzheimer’s, family and professional caregivers in the form of support groups, a 24/7 Helpline, care consultation, advocacy efforts, research funding and education programs. For more information about Alzheimer programs, visit alz.org/MANH or call 800.272.3900.