All events led by Peg Gagnon, information and outreach specialist, Maine chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. All free, open to the public.
FMI: 1-800-272-3900
Farmington
What: Series of town meetings for friends of people with dementia; learn stages, how to handle finances, giving care without losing yourself
When: Feb. 20, March 19, April 23, May 21, June 18, all 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., Franklin Memorial Hospital, Chisholm Room
Rangeley
What: Ensuring the safety of the individual with Alzheimer’s disease or some other form of dementia; how the disease effects memory, behavior and reasoning; tips for search and rescue
When: Feb. 21, 6:30 p.m., Rangeley Town Office
Bethel
What: Understanding Dementia: a workshop for families and friends.
When: March 12 and 19, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., West Parish Congregational Church
(Advance registration appreciated: 824-2053)
Bethel
What: Volunteer Respite Training; learn stages of dementia, what to expect and ways to spend time with someone with dementia.
When: April 2 and 9, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., West Parish Congregational Church
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