FREE 2HR TALK - Latest on Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease

Free -Public Invited

Myths,
Fallacies and Facts of Dementia
and Alzheimer’s Disease 

A free presentation Wed., March 12th, 5:30pm to 7:30pm, at San Clemente Villas by the Sea, focuses upon
the concerns, tactics and education of those concerned about their own memory
skills, plus care givers, relatives, etc. 

Attendees will learn coping strategies, detection, ways to empower
those with dementia, adapting to a loved one’s changing needs, care options and
more.  

The presentation covers many topics, including the differences between
normal memory changes, mild cognitive impairment and early-stage dementia. 

The public is invited to come and ask questions of two top geriatric
experts and get their input about modern dementia identification tools,
treatment, and how the San Clemente Villas “Memory Enhancement Program” (MEP)
is state-of-the-art. 

Gerontologist and group leader Jane L. Mahakian, Ph.D., MFT, previous
director of Elder Care Programs at the University of California, San Francisco,
and CEO/founder of Aging Matters, Inc., will be on hand conducting the
workshop. 

Also speaking, is neurologist Dr. Ali Elahi, founder and Medical
Director of the Orange County
Neurology Clinic, Mission Viejo. Dr Elahi is a board
certified Neurologist and a speaker on the PBS Television show, and an author
in medical magazines. 

Dementia describes a brain disorder
that seriously impairs a person’s ability to carry out normal, daily
activities.

Alzheimer’s
disease (AD) is most common
form of dementia among older people.

Alzheimer's disease involves the parts of the brain that
control thought, memory, and language. Great advances are being made in the
diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer's, but there is presently no cure. 

To learn more about the Memory Care and Grief Support Groups, or to
attend either one, call Villas co-owner, Aileen Brazeau, at 949-289-1534. |
Fax: (949) 234-0081 | Or email: Dr. Jane DrJane@agingmattersinc.com or call her at 949 212-4105.  Please RSVP as space is limited. 

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San Clemente Villas by the Sea is an Orange County senior living and housing
community that delivers care, camaraderie, resort-style amenities, and
excellent programming for all stages of retirement. The Villas offers
independent living, assisted living, as well as memory care services for
seniors over the age of 65. An exceptional, highly trained staff, including a
medical doctor and gerontologist, fosters an exciting and fun environment with
a focus on resident care for retirees.

 Located next door to the San Clemente Saddleback
Memorial Hospital and across the street from some 200 doctors, San Clemente
Villas is ideally located for seniors. 

San Clemente Villas by the Sea, 660 Camino De Los Mares, San Clemente,
CA.  92672 Phone: (949) 489-3400 | Fax:
(949) 234-0081 | For more Info e-mail: info@sanclementevillas.com or Aileen
Brazeau (949) 289-1534.