Alzheimer's Association to offer educational programs virtually

The Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter has planned a variety of educational sessions online at the end of June and through July.

"With our ability to provide virtual programming we have been able to reach more people who otherwise would not be able to attend our programs in person, either due to their caregiving responsibilities or issues with travel to the program. I think it's a platform we will continue to use, even when we return to in-person events," said Vice President of Programs and Services Meg Boyce.

Unless otherwise noted, call the Alzheimer's Association at 800.272.3900 to register for any of the programs listed below. Registrants will be provided information on how to participate.

10 Signs of Alzheimer’s will be held from 11 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, June 24, and from noon to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. This program provides helpful information on how to recognize the 10 signs of Alzheimer’s and why early detection is important.

Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24. Behavior is one of the primary ways people with dementia communicate their needs and feelings once the ability to lose language is lost. Learn to decode common behaviors so you can connect at every stage of the disease.

Introduction to Alzheimer’s will be held from 12:30-1:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, and on from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 8. This program touches on the impact of Alzheimer’s, risk factors and warning signs, resources and how you can join the fight against the disease.

Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer's Disease will be held at 2 p.m. on Monday, June 29. This free workshop focuses on the legal and financial issues to consider before an Alzheimer’s diagnosis and how to put plans in place for the future. For more information or to RSVP, visit the Nyack Library’s event calendar at nyacklibrary.org or call 800.272.3900.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips From the Latest Research will be held from 1-2 p.m. and at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30 This event will also be offered from 2-3 p.m. Wednesday, July 22. This program provides information on diet, nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Get hands-on tools to develop a plan for healthy aging.

These programs are supported in part by a grant from the New York State Department of Health.

About the Hudson Valley Chapter

The Hudson Valley Chapter serves families living with dementia in seven counties in New York, including Duchess, Orange, Putnam, Rockland, Sullivan, Ulster and Westchester. To learn more about the programs and services offered locally, visit alz.org/hudsonvalley.

About the Alzheimer's Association

The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Its vision is a world without Alzheimer’s and all dementia. Visit alz.org.