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Alzheimer's Association plans virtual and in-person events
November events include educational programs for the general public and caregivers and social programs for people living with dementia
The Alzheimer’s Association Hudson Valley Chapter will host the following free events via Zoom/telephone and in-person in November. Unless otherwise noted, call the Alzheimer’s Association at 800.272.3900 to register for any of these programs.
Something for Alz: Musical Mornings: 11 a.m. to noon Mondays, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29. Enjoy some virtual musical activities with music therapist Shannon Pelcher-Rao.
Living with Alzheimer’s Disease: For Middle-Stage Caregivers: 3:30 p.m. Mondays, Nov. 1, 8, 15. A free three-part virtual program with information on how caregiving changes in the middle stage.
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Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 1. A free virtual program in partnership with Newburgh Free Library.
Something for Alz: Exploring Art & Music of the 1960s Summer of Love: 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. Join creative arts therapist Candace Rivela for a six-week virtual program including music, art- making and conversation inspired by Bethel Woods Center for the Arts’ Special Exhibition, “Lights, Color, Fashion: Psychedelic Posters and Patterns of 1960s San Francisco!”
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Living with Alzheimer’s: For Early-Stage Caregivers (Parts 2 and 3): 3-4 p.m. Wednesdays, Nov. 3 and Nov. 10. A virtual series for early-stage caregivers addressing common questions that come up in the early stage.
Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors: 9:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3. As the ability to use words is lost, people with dementia increasingly express their needs and feelings through behavior. Learn to interpret what these mean and how to manage difficult ones that commonly arise.
Something for Alz: Chair Yoga For Every Body: 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesdays, Nov. 3, 10, 17 and Dec. 1, 8 and 15. A free virtual program for people with dementia and their loved ones facilitated by yoga instructor Robin Laufer. No experience necessary; join us for a gentle seated yoga experience focused on breathing, gentle movements and stress reduction.
10 Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3. A free virtual program in partnership with the Nathan S. Kline Institute featuring guest speaker Dr. Chelsea Reichert Plaska, a post-doctoral research fellow in the Geriatric Psychiatry Division at NKI who recently completed her doctorate in Cognitive Neuroscience with a focus on memory and neuroimaging.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s: 4-5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3. A free in-person program at Red Hook Public Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook. To register, call the library at 845.758.3241 or email programcoordinator@redhooklibrary.org. Learn about 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others. typical age-related changes, how to approach someone about memory concerns, early detection, the benefits of a diagnosis, the diagnostic process and Alzheimer’s Association resources.
New Advances in Alzheimer’s Treatment: 5-5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 3, A free in-person program at Red Hook Public Library, 7444 S. Broadway, Red Hook. Learn about aducanumab, a new advancement in Alzheimer’s treatment. This program will provide an overview of how aducanumab works, who are the intended candidates to receive the treatment, availability and more. To register, call the library at 845.758.3241 or email programcoordinator@redhooklibrary.org
Virtual Visit with New York Therapy Animals: 11-11:30 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 4. Interacting with animals virtually can be fun and relaxing and a great way to meet new friends.
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia: 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 5. A free virtual program in partnership with Tappan Library.
AlzWell Social Club: 1-3:30 Saturdays, Nov. 6 and 20. Free virtual social activities involving movement, music and more.
Living with Alzheimer’s: For Middle-Stage Caregivers: 6-7 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8 and Nov. 15. A free three-part virtual program in partnership with Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan County. To register, visit http://sullivancce.org/events, email sullivan@cornell.edu or call 845.292.6180.
Caregiving During the Holidays: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 8. A free virtual educational program in partnership with Newburgh Free Library.
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia: 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Nov. 9. A free virtual program in partnership with RSVP of Dutchess County. To RSVP, email rsvp@dutchesscap.org or call 845.452.5104, ext. 101.
Something for Alz: Writing for Reflection and Connection: 2-3 p.m. Tuesdays, Nov. 9, 16, 23 and 30 and Dec. 7 and 14. A free virtual writing and poetry workshop for both people living with dementia and their family caregivers. Facilitated by licensed creative arts therapist Mary Farkas.
“In Our Right Mind”: A virtual Q&A with Renee Chanault Fattah: Two sessions at 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10. Includes an Introduction to Alzheimer’s program. Presented in partnership with the Westchester Department of Senior Programs and Services.
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia: Noon to 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, in person at New Paltz Community Center, 3 Veterans Drive, New Paltz. To register, call Ulster County Office for the Aging at 845.340.3456.
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10. A free virtual program in partnership with the Nathan S. Kline Institute, featuring guest speaker Dr. Nunzio Pomara, director of the Geriatric Psychiatry Division at NKI and a professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Pathology at New York University School of Medicine.
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body: 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 11 in person at the Lutheran Care Center, 965 Dutchess Turnpike, Poughkeepsie. To register, email reception@tlcn.org or call 845.486.9494 ext. 0.
Effective Communication Strategies: 6:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 15. A free virtual program in partnership with Newburgh Free Library.
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17. A free virtual program in partnership with the Nathan S. Kline Institute, featuring guest speaker Dr. Ricardo Osorio, director of the Brain Aging and Sleep Center and an Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17, in person at Town of Wappinger Senior Center, 20 Middlebush Road, Wappingers Falls. To register, call Recreation Director Jessica Fulton at 845.297.3670.
Effective Communication Strategies: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 17. A free virtual program in partnership with Putnam Valley Library. Register through library online or call the library at 845.528.3242.
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.
