The Alzheimer’s Association is offering a free workshop for caregivers of those suffering from Alzheimer’s or a related dementia.

When someone is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, friends and family have many questions. What does the diagnosis mean? What kinds of plans need to be made? What resources are available to help? As the disease progresses, new questions reflect growing needs for skills, programs and services. If you, or someone you know, are struggling with a diagnosis of dementia the Alzheimer’s Association would like to invite you to join our staff for a free workshop on Feb. 4th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Thirsty’s Brew Pub and Grill.

Living with Alzheimer’s for Caregivers is a series of education programs that provide answers to the questions that arise in the early, middle and late stages of the disease. Hear from those directly affected and learn what you need to know, what you need to plan and what you can do at each point along the way.

Each of the three sessions (early stage 10am – 12pm; middle stage – 1pm to 3:20pm; late stage 3:30pm to 5pm) offers information on what to expect, what to plan for and where to find help at each stage. Topics covered will include:

• Developing a care team
• Legal and financial planning
• Coping strategies
• Care and treatment options
• Communicating and connecting
• Maximizing independence

The Living with Alzheimer’s workshop is offered through a grant from the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas Foundation. For more information on the Living with Alzheimer’s for Caregivers workshop and other services, call (800) 272.3900 or email [email protected].