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Alzheimer's Association workshop "The Basics of Alzheimer's: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease"

Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging.  If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s or dementia, it’s time to learn the facts. Please join us for this free workshop. Topics covered include:

• Symptoms and effects of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia 
• How Alzheimer’s affects the brain 
• Causes and risk factors 
• How to find out if it’s Alzheimer’s 
• The benefits of early detection 
• How to address a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s 
• Stages of the disease 
• Treatment 
• Hope for the future 
• Ways the Alzheimer’s Association can help

Please call our 24/7 Helpline 800.272.3900 to let us know you'll be attending.

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