Family Services of Westchester to Hold Discussion on Dementia and Alzheimer's

The following announcement is from Family Services of Westchester, Inc.:

Family Services of Westchester, Inc. will present our second in a series of “Let’s Talk About…” community awareness discussions on Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at the Raymour & Flanigan showroom in White Plains. A panel of experts including representatives from the Alzheimer’s Association and FSW’s My Second Home, an intergenerational adult day program in Mt. Kisco, will discuss the issue of memory loss and aging and answer questions such as: What is and isn’t normal memory loss? What are the causes of cognitive decline? What are the symptoms that indicate the onset of dementia or Alzheimer’s? Older adults, family members, and caregivers are encouraged to join us to learn more about this important topic and discuss its impact on individuals, families and the community.

Panelists: Curtis Au, LMSW, Care Consultant Alzheimer’s Association

Pat Gaston, LMSW Care Consultant, Alzheimer’s Association

Rina Bellamy, LMSW, QDCP, Director, My Second Home

Bill Finkelday

Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2014

Place: Raymour & Flanigan, One Maple Avenue, White Plains

Time: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

To Register: contact Marianne at Mgordineer@fsw.org; 914-305-6876

My Second Home is a social model adult day program that provides a safe, nurturing, home-like environment where older adults can continue to find meaning and dignity in their lives through stimulating activities, wellness programs, personal care, excellent nutrition, and “living room to living room” transportation.

FSW was founded in 1954 and runs more than 50 social service and mental health programs for all ages, including Adoption, Head Start/Early Head Start, Adult and Youth Residences and Veterans Outreach and Support. Visit www.fsw.org for more information.