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Responding to the Needs of the Person with Alzheimer's Disease

Responding to the Needs of the Person with Alzheimer’s Disease


There are many complex issues and difficult decisions that caregivers may face while providing care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias. This workshop will focus on some of the care management questions families frequently ask. Presentations will include practical information and resources to help caregivers become more effective health care advocates.

Featured Presentations

"Update on the Assessment and Management of Behavioral Challenges of Dementia" – Bennett P. Leifer, MD, Medical Director, Van Dyk Manor; Attending Physician, The Valley Hospital, Ridgewood

"Community Resources for Caregivers" - Linda Cross, Education and Outreach Coordinator, Bergen County Division of Senior Services & Michelle Foster-Carter, Senior Community Outreach Specialist, Alzheimer’s Association, Greater New Jersey Chapter

"Looking Ahead: Legal and Financial Considerations in Dementia Care" – Janet B. Lurie, CELA, Certified Elder Law Attorney, Law Office of Janet B. Lurie

RSVP to 973.586.4300

Online program calendar: www.alz.org/nj
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