“Know the 10 Signs,” a free workshop on detecting the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, will be held on Thursday, October 10 from 1 to 2 p.m. The program will be held at the Whiting Community Center, located at 1938 Clark Street in Whiting. There is no fee to attend the session, but registration is requested by contacting the Alzheimer’s Association at 800.272.3900.
“Know the 10 Signs” is a program developed by the Alzheimer's Association designed to help people understand the warning signs of dementia. The program also has interactive video clips of people living with Alzheimer's.
Today, more than 5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, including 120,000 Hoosiers. Alzheimer’s disease is the nation’s sixth leading cause of death. The direct and indirect costs of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias amount to more than $200 billion annually.
About the Alzheimer's Association:
The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s research, care and support. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. Visit alz.org/Indiana or call 800.272.3900.