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by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published June 11, 2020
When Tuseda Graggs and her sister Stacey Johnson noticed changes in their mother, Willie Mae, they sought medical care. Their mother’s primary care doctor didn’t believe that her memory problems were dementia-related. Refusing to...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published May 24, 2016 · Last modified May 26, 2016
In this video presentation, Dr. Elizabeth Landsverk talks about ways to alleviate pain, agitation and discomfort through geriatric and palliative care techniques. Dr. Landsverk has over twenty years of experience in providing medical care to the...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published May 5, 2016 · Last modified September 24, 2018
In this video, Yaisa Andrews-Zwilling, M.Sc. Ph.D. speaks about recent developments in Alzheimer’s disease research, drugs and prevention.
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published April 21, 2016 · Last modified September 24, 2018
The 8th Annual African American Wellness Forum took place on April 16th in Berkeley, CA. Attendees had the opportunity to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, and interact with other caregivers in similar caregiving situations. Caregivers also learned how to respond when Alzheimer’s causes unpredictable behaviors, how to reduce their risk of developing Alzheimer’s, and various ways to stay strong during stressful caregiving experiences.
by Alzheimer's Association · Published June 1, 2015 · Last modified June 9, 2015
Alzheimer’s Disease: Continuum of Care IX Date: Thursday, June 19, 2015 Time: 8:30 am – 4 pm Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel One Doubletree Drive Rohnert Park, CA 94928 Get Directions The North Bay...
by Alzheimer's Association · Published February 24, 2015 · Last modified May 11, 2015
The African American Caregiving and Wellness Forum Focusing on Brain Health and Disease Management PRESENTED BY: The Alzheimer’s Association, Alameda County – Area Agency on Aging, UC Davis Alzheimer’s Disease Center, Supervisor Keith Carson...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published February 23, 2015 · Last modified January 19, 2016
Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias: Innovative Approaches in Therapy, Care and Diagnostics THIS EVENT HAS PASSED Date: Thursday, April 30, 2015 Time: 8:30 am – 4 pm Location: Embassy Suites Hotel 1441 Canyon Del Rey Boulevard Seaside, CA ...
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by Alzheimer's Association · Published February 22, 2015 · Last modified May 11, 2015
Chico Spring Education Conference Understanding Dementia: Enhancing Care THIS EVENT HAS PASSED Date: Friday, May 8, 2015 Time: 8:30 am – 12:30 pm Location: Chico Family Masonic Center 1110 East Ave. Chico, CA 95926 Get...
