Name: Dementia 101: Understanding Alzheimer´s & Dementia
Start: 2025-03-28T09:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-03-28T10:30:00-04:00
Location: EMERGE Family Therapy Center & Teaching Clinic

$Dementia 101: Understanding Alzheimer\u00b4s & Dementia$

In the third part of a 3-part series about Dementia and Alzheimer´s, you will learn about risk factors and Alzheimer´s effect on the brain
About this Event

This one-hour program explains basics of Alzheimer's and dementia
In the United States alone, more than 5 million individuals are living with Alzheimer's and 16 million are serving as their unpaid caregivers. The disease is a global crisis that impacts numerous families right here in our community. However, no one has to face this disease alone or without information.
The program covers the basics of Alzheimer's and dementia to provide a general overview for people who are facing a diagnosis as well as those who wish to be informed.

The Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia program objectives:

Explores the relationship between Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
Examines what happens in a brain affected by Alzheimer's.
Details the risk factors for and three general stages of the disease.
Identifies FDA-approved treatments available to treat some symptoms.
Looks ahead to what's on the horizon for Alzheimer's research.
Offers helpful Alzheimer's Association resources.

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*This program is approved for 1 hours of continuing education by WestGate TCN dba EMERGE Family Therapy Center under its accreditation by the state of South Carolina Board of Examiners for Licensed Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists, Social Work, and Psychoeducational Specialist. WestGate TCN (EMERGE) is an approved provider of Play Therapy Education #08-235.

*EMERGE FTC does not discriminate against students or clients based on age, ancestry, color, disability or handicap, national, origin, race, religion, gender, sexual or affectional, orientation, gender identity, appearance, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Play Therapy credit will not be awarded to non-mental health professionals.

*LUNCH WILL NOT BE PROVIDED AT THIS EVENT.

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FAQs

What entrance to the building do I use for the event?

There will be signs outside directing you to the correct entrance. The event will be held on the bottom floor training room of EMERGE. You will enter in the side door of the building (to the right of the parking lot, facing the building) by the concrete staircase.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

For questions please contact the Workshop Coordinator, Julie Bjørndahl, or the CEU Workshop Director, Sarah Gervais, at [email protected]

What is the Refund Policy?

Refunds will be permitted up to 7 days prior to the event. If you need a refund, please contact the Workshop Coordinator, Ann Kent at [email protected] for your refund request to be processed.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

You do not need a printed ticket. Save a copy of your email confirmation for your records.

Can I update my registration information?

If you need to change or update your registration information, please contact Julie Bjørndahl at [email protected]

Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?

Your ticket may only be used for this event.

Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn't match the person who attends?

The name on the ticket needs to match the name of the person attending the event. If you plan to buy a ticket for someone else, make sure to register with the name and email of the person planning to attend the event.

How do I receive CE credit for this workshop?

After the workshop you will receive an online evaluation. Once your evaluation is submitted electronically, you will be emailed a copy of your workshop certificate.