Alzheimer's Association Offers Free Workshop in Niagara Falls

Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. It is a progressive and fatal brain disease that is the most common form of dementia.

"The Basics: Memory Loss, Dementia and Alzheimer's disease" is a workshop presented by the Alzheimer's Association Western New York Chapter for anyone who would like to know more about thedisease and related dementias. Complete Senior Care at 1302 Main Street in Niagara Falls will be hosting this workshop from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2015.

Workshop information includes:

• Symptoms and effects of Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia

• How Alzheimer's affects the brain

• Causes and risk factors

• How to find out if it's Alzheimer's disease

• The benefits of early detection

• How to address a diagnosis of Alzheimer's disease

• Stages of the disease

• Treatment

• Hope for the future

• Ways the Alzheimer's Association WNY chapter can help

The workshop is free and open to the public, but because seating is limited, reservations are requested by calling 1.800.272.3900.