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Multicultural Education Program Series Calendar
July 2008 - December 2008
In an effort to promote Alzheimer’s education that is culturally sensitive to minorities and diverse communities, the Alzheimer’s Association has designed a Multicultural Education Program Series. Some of these programs are offered in Spanish and focus on Latinos, African Americans, Asians/Pacific Islanders, American Indians and other groups.
Registration is required. Unless otherwise indicated, all programs are offered free of charge.
Course Descrptions
Understanding Memory Loss and Dementia
What are the differences between Alzheimer's, other dementias, and normal memory loss due to aging? Learn about the Alzheimer's disease process, the programs offered by the Colorado Chapter and the community resources available. This program is appropriate for family members, friends, long distance caregivers and community member.
Alzheimer’s and Cultural Considerations
This program provides evidence-based research that one's broader cultural norms, values, and cultural frame, give meaning to and provide definitions of illnesses stemming from diseases such as Alzheimer's. For example, African Americans may assign meanings of "falling out," or "high blood" to behaviors symptomatic of dementia. Such cultural meanings among caregivers help create barriers to seeking assistance outside the family system
Focus on Latino Culture (Professionals only)
Tuesday July 22, Aug 19, Sept 23, Oct 21, Nov 11
6-8 pm
Alzheimer’s Association
455 Sherman St., Suite 500
Caregiver Tips: Communication and Behaviors
The ability to make sense of difficult behaviors can make your job as a caregiver easier and can increase the quality of life and safety for the person with the disease. Learn how to avoid unnecessary arguments and recognize the triggers which may result in aggressive or dangerous behaviors. This class covers successful communication skills for interacting with people with dementia, as well as how to assess and respond to behaviors.
Memory Loss and Diabetes: Is there a link?
If you have type 2 Diabetes, are at risk of developing it, or know someone who lives with diabetes, this session is for you. Learn about the importance of good brain health management for diabetics in an effort to lower the risk of Alzheimer’s-type dementia.
Memory Loss and Heart Disease: Is there a link?
Do you suffer from cardiovascular ailments such as high blood pressure or high cholesterol? Then this program is for you. Research has found that the progression of certain structural changes in the brain was more pronounced among individuals with cardiovascular risk factors. Therefore, "the same measures for preventing heart attack and stroke – exercise, healthy diet, medications for conditions such as high blood pressure – might also guard against "more subtle changes" in mental function.
Memory Loss and Depression
While memory loss is the primary problem in the early stages of Alzheimer’s, additional symptoms present unique challenges as this disease progresses. Learn about the different stages and medications that may help address problems encountered with this disease.
30 Del Mar Circle, Aurora
Support Groups
Latino Support Groups
Spanish:
3rd Saturday of every month
Alzheimer’s Association
455 Sherman St., #500
Denver, CO 80203
Bilingual:
Every 2nd Tuesday of every month at 1:00 p.m.
Longterm Care
Chambers Center
3551 Chambers Road, Suite A-D
Women of Color Support Groups
What challenges as female caregivers do you face in providing care for your loved one at home? Role spirituality and culture plays in your caretaking role. Ways to be a healthy caregiver, are memory loss problems causing increased concerned? These questions and others are addressed in this dynamic meeting for women of color who are caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementia. Myrna.allen@alz.org
Upoming events
Save the date!
Multicultural Perspectives on Dementia
Aurora Municipal Center
Friday November 7, 2008
7:30am-8:30am Registration
8:30-3:30 - Conference
Fee: $35.00 - includes continental breakfast, lunch and materials
RSVP: myrna.allen@alz.org
