Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. It is a progressive and fatal brain disease that is the most common form of dementia.
In the United States alone, more than 5 million individuals are living with Alzheimer’s and 16 million are serving as their unpaid caregivers. The disease is a global crisis that impacts numerous families' right here in our community. However, no one has to face this disease alone or without information.
The Alzheimer’s Association^® has created an education program covering the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia to provide a general overview for people who are facing a diagnosis as well as those who wish to be informed.
 
To help people age well, the Alzheimer’s Association^® is offering the Understanding Alzheimer’s and dementia program on Thursday, November 7 from 1:00-2:00 pm.  The course will be held at the Luis Oasis Senior Center, 420 Soares Ave, Orcutt, CA.   Call (800) 272-3900 to register in advance.  Seating is limited.
 
The free one-hour Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia program:

• Explores the relationship between Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
• Examines what happens in a brain affected by Alzheimer’s.
• Details the risk factors for and three general stages of the disease.
• Identifies FDA-approved treatments available to treat some symptoms.
• Looks ahead to what’s on the horizon for Alzheimer’s research.
• Offers helpful Alzheimer’s Association resources.