Highland Hospital Hosts Free Workshop for Family Members of People with Alzheimer’s Disease

Highland Hospital is holding a free workshop called “Skills for Survival: Caregiving & Alzheimer’s Disease” on Wednesday, December 7 at 5:30 p.m. in the Collins Auditorium at Highland Hospital.

 

Alzheimer’s Disease can be a devastating diagnosis for any individual and has a big impact on their family as well. More than 5 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s Disease according to the Alzheimer’s Association. This workshop is aimed at helping family members cope with this diagnosis. Barb Schrage, MS, RN, FNP-BC, Geriatric Advanced Practice Nurse, and Michael Sullivan, LCSW-R, Director of Social Work, will both be on hand to discuss the tools that are available for care takers and answer any questions they may have.

Please RSVP to this event by going to www.urmc.rochester.edu/highland/healthyhighland/events.