“Legal and Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease,” a free program on care options and legal and financial issues related to Alzheimer’s disease, will be held Tuesday, Nov. 19, from 6 to 7 p.m.
The program will be held at the Highland Branch Lake County Public Library, located at 2841 Jewett Avenue. The session, which is free to the public, requires registration by contacting the Alzheimer’s Association at 800.272.3900.
A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s can change plans families have for the future. This program will cover important legal and financial information to consider as the disease progresses and plans are made.
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 dementia 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.