Alzheimer's Association Community Education Sessions

Alzheimer's Association Community Education Sessions

The Alzheimer’s Association® provides care, education, and support to those affected by Alzheimer’s and Dementia and has partnered with the YMCA of the Roses to offer free, 1 hour educational sessions to all members of our community.

These sessions are led by a certified community educator and cover a variety of topics related to Alzheimer’s and Dementia . Each session includes Q&A opportunities for discussion and will provide participants with the most up to date information.

Please see below for a list of education sessions, including a description of the programs and how to register.

Should you have further questions, please contact:

For York County clients, contact Kyle Almoney at [email protected] or call 717-843-7884  x248

For Lancaster County clients, contact Jessica Rodriguez at [email protected] or call 717-464-4000 x1220

Click here to learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease and related disorders

Bob Hoffman Dover YMCA

Bob Hoffman Dover YMCA
10/2/23 - 12/18/23
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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life.  Learn to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/14/22 3/2/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/02/23
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body - Mo - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Register  
11/13/23
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - Mo - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Register  
12/18/23
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - Mo - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Registration
will open on
10/19/2023

City Center

City Center YMCA
9/29/23 - 11/28/23
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Effective Communication Strategies

Learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Managing Money

Learn about the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early planning, and teach you how to avoid financial abuse and fraud, start a conversation about finances, assess financial and legal needs, and find support.

New Advances in Alzheimer’s Treatment

Learn abut the advances in Alzheimer’s Treatment and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Understanding & Responding to Dementia Behaviors

Learn about some of the common triggers for behaviors associated with dementia, how to assess the person’s needs, and how to intervene effectively in this educational training program for non-professional caregivers.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life.  Learn to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
2/6/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/29/23
Understanding & Responding to Dementia Behaviors - Fr - 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Register  
Closes
10/13/2023
10/27/23
Managing Money - Fr - 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Register  
Closes
11/10/2023
11/28/23
New Advances in Alzheimer's Treatment - Tu - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Register  
Closes
12/12/2023

Lampeter Strasburg

Lampeter Strasburg YMCA
9/27/23 - 11/27/23
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Effective Communication Strategies

Learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.

Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Managing Money

Learn about the costs of caregiving and the benefits of early planning, and teach you how to avoid financial abuse and fraud, start a conversation about finances, assess financial and legal needs, and find support.

New Advances in Alzheimer’s Treatment

Learn abut the advances in Alzheimer’s Treatment and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.

Understanding & Responding to Dementia Behaviors

Learn about some of the common triggers for behaviors associated with dementia, how to assess the person’s needs, and how to intervene effectively in this educational training program for non-professional caregivers.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life.  Learn to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
8/7/23 8/8/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
09/27/23
Understanding & Responding to Dementia Behaviors - We - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Register  
Closes
10/11/2023
10/25/23
Managing Money - We - 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Register  
Closes
11/08/2023
11/27/23
New Advances in Alzheimer's Treatment - Mo - 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Register  
Closes
12/11/2023

The W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA

The W Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA
10/25/23 - 12/8/23
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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life.  Learn to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
2/6/22 1/1/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/25/23
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body - We - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Register  
Closes
10/25/2023
11/10/23
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - Fr - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Register  
Closes
11/10/2023
12/08/23
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - Fr - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Registration
will open on
10/09/2023

York Branch YMCA

Arthur J Glatfelter YMCA
10/24/23 - 12/7/23
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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life.  Learn to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/14/22 1/6/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
10/24/23
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body - Tu - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Register  
Closes
10/24/2023
11/16/23
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - Th - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Register  
Closes
11/16/2023
12/07/23
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - Th - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Registration
will open on
10/08/2023