Dementia Sensitivity

Program Type:

Community & Lifestyle

Age Group:

Adults
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Program Description

Event Details

Join us for a special program on dementia, presented by Lee Health. 

Participants will gain a better understanding of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, including common symptoms, causes, and progressive stages. The presenter will help attendees increase awareness of behavioral symptoms associated with dementia, equip others to communicate effectively with persons with dementia, and discuss local resources available to assist those with dementia, their families, and caregivers.

Florida Department of Elder Affairs

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