CLEARFIELD – Individuals who are interested in learning more about Alzheimer’s and dementia are encouraged to participate in three workshops offered by Penn State Extension in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association and the Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging.
These workshops include “Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia,” “10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s” and “Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body.”
The “Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia” program explores the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, explains the risk factors and the general stages of the disease and offers helpful Alzheimer’s Association resources.
The “10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s” program helps participants recognize common signs of the disease and know what to watch for in themselves and others.
The “Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research” program is designed for individuals of any age who are interested in healthy living and aging well.
Programs will be held, from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m., on the following dates:
- Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia (rescheduled), Monday, Sept. 9
- 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s, Monday, Sept. 23
- Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body, Monday, Oct. 7
There is no cost to attend these programs, which will be held at Clearfield County Area Agency on Aging, 103 N. Front St., Clearfield.
To register, click on the link to Penn State Extension workshops at https://extension.psu.edu/catalogsearch/result/?q=alzheimer%27s.
For more information or help with registration, call Jacqueline Amor-Zitzelberger at 814-765-7878, Ext. 5, or e-mail: jla17@psu.edu.
Please provide e-mail and or phone number that is best to contact you if changes occur to program.