By Kristin Copenhaver
Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter
The Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter will offer a variety of free virtual support groups, education programs and social engagement programs in January, including another Dementia Super Saturday Series installment on Saturday, Jan. 30.
Alzheimer’s Association support groups, education programs and social engagement programs offer emotional and social support, provide much-needed information about memory loss and dementia, and help persons with dementia and their care partners find ways to remain socially active.
“We’re pleased to offer support to the 190,000 Michiganders living with dementia and their 518,000 caregivers — especially during the pandemic, which has caused even greater isolation and stress for those impacted by dementia,” said Jean Barnas, Alzheimer’s Association program services director. “Our free support groups and education programs offer emotional and social support, provide much-needed information about memory loss and dementia, and help persons with dementia and their care partners find ways to remain socially active.
“We also are grateful to partner with cultural powerhouses such as the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Detroit Zoo, the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and The Henry Ford to offer some amazing social engagement programs for persons with dementia and their caregivers.”
The Dementia Super Saturday Series schedule on Jan. 30 includes:
- ● Effective Communication Strategies, 10-11 a.m.
- ● TimeSlips Workshop, 11 a.m.-noon
Registration is required for all January support groups, education programs and social engagement programs. To register, call the Helpline at 800.272.3900, clicking the registration links below or visiting alz.org/gmc/virtual.
