Alzheimer’s Association to Host Workshop for for Dementia Caregivers
Friday, May 27, 2016
GoLocalWorcester News Team
The Alzheimer's Association is presenting a workshop on communication strategies for dementia caregivers on Monday, June 13 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Alzheimers Association. The workshop is free and open to the public.
Effective Communication Strategies will explore how communication takes place when someone has dementia, teaches strategies to decode verbal and behavioral messages and will help caregivers connect and communicate through all stages of the disease.
The Alzheimer’s Association, with headquarters in Watertown, has regional offices in Springfield, Raynham, and Worcester, MA and Bedford, NH. The Alzheimer Association provides services and programs for those with Alzheimer’s, family and professional caregivers in the form of support groups, a 24/7 Helpline, care consultation, advocacy efforts, research funding and education programs.
