June11, 18 & 25, 2008
7-9 p.m.

Located at
Mecosta County Medical Center
605 Oak Street
Big Rapids, MI 49307
231-592-4409

Week 1-: Wednesday, June 11

Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease & Other Dementias

• Tips for getting a diagnosis
• Latest information on treatment and research developments

Kevin Foley, M.D., Memory Disorders Specialist

Week 2: Wednesday, June 18

Legal & Financial Issues

• Tips for making financial and medical decisions on behalf of a person with dementia
• Planning for future care needs: understanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage

Peter Jordan , Elder Law Attorney

Week 3: Wednesday, June 25

Strategies for Navigating the Dementia Journey

• Tips for successfully interacting with a person with dementia
• Where to go for assistance

Christiana Getz, Program Coordinator, Alzheimer’s Association

Please call to reserve your seat or for more information: 616-459-4558 or 800-272-3900

Refreshments Provided by Mecosta County Medical Center

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Provided with Financial support from Older Americans Act National Family Caregiver Support Funds administered by the Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan, Inc.

A donation of $10 per person (or family) per session is suggested.