Alzheimer's disease and other dementias can cause changes in memory, thinking, and behavior that affect daily life, creating challenges for caregivers. In partnership with the Alzheimer's Association®, Penn State Extension offers The Empowered Caregiver, an evidence-based community education program. The "Responding to Dementia Behaviors" session explores common behavior changes as a form of communication, shares non-medical approaches to managing these behaviors, and helps caregivers recognize when additional support may be needed.

This event is being offered at no charge to participants.

Registering before the event is encouraged and appreciated!

Who is this for?

Caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer's or other dementias who want to understand and respond to behavioral changes in their loved ones.

What will you learn?

How Alzheimer's disease and other dementias can affect behavior
How to identify triggers that influence behavior
How caregivers can respond to behavior changes using non-medical approaches

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