Free Caregiver Education on Dementia Behaviors
Toledo, Ohio, September 18, 2023 — MemoryLane Care Services is hosting a free educational program, “Behaviors: What is the Person with Dementia Trying to Communicate?” Cognitive decline and memory loss are common symptoms associated with dementia. Adults living with dementia can also express a range of behaviors, some of which can be distressing to the person with dementia and their caregivers.
“It’s important to understand that many behaviors, such as agitation, aggression, wandering, and repetitive speech can communicate underlying needs or issues,” said Cheryl Conley, MA, LSW, social services director at MemoryLane. “If someone with dementia begins wandering, it could be a sign that the person needs stimulation, exercise, or even companionship.”
What: Behaviors: What is the Person with Dementia Trying to Communicate?
When: Wednesday, September 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: MemoryLane Care Services, Yark Family Conference Room
2500 N. Reynolds Road, Toledo, OH 43516
Online
Cost: Free
The program will be held as a hybrid event allowing attendees to join in person or participate through video conferencing. To learn more about the educational program or to register, visit our website or call 419-720-4940.
About MemoryLane Care Services
MemoryLane Care Services is a local, private, nonprofit organization providing help, compassion, and hope to families impacted by short-term memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease, and related dementia in northwest Ohio and southeast Michigan. Services include an adult day program, care counseling and coaching services, and education. To learn more about MemoryLane Care Services, visit www.memorylanecare.org.
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Press Release Contact Name: Emily Zarecki
Press Release Contact Email: [email protected]
Press Release Contact Phone: 419.704.9389
Organization Name: MemoryLane Care Services
Website or Link: www.memorylanecareservices.org
Organization Address / City / State: 2500 N. Reynolds Road, Toledo, OH 43615