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June 10: Building Brain Healthy Habits - Healthy Habits education program provides research-backed guidance on brain health and outlines the importance of taking action at every age to protect your brain. Research shows there are everyday habits you can build today to help protect your memory and thinking as you get older — even reducing your risk of cognitive decline and possibly dementia.
July 8: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's and Dementia - Learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis; possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.
August 12: Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - Learn about the impact of Alzheimer's; the difference between Alzheimer's and Dementia; stages and risk factors; current research and treatments available for some symptoms; and Alzheimer's Association resources.
September 9: The Empowered Caregiver - Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors - This class details common behavior changes and how they are a form of communication, non-medical approaches to behaviors and recognizing when additional help is needed.