Eastern N.C. Alzheimer's Association hosts events for Brain Awareness Month
'Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month offers the perfect opportunity for North Carolina residents to take charge of their brain health,' said Christine John-Fuller, executive director, Alzheimer's Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter. 'We want people to know there are steps they can take to keep their brains healthy. We also want to encourage anyone experiencing memory or thinking problems to talk to their doctor. There are many possible causes — and if it is Alzheimer's disease, there are numerous benefits to getting a timely diagnosis.'
An Era of Hope: Virtual Community Awareness Summit | June 3 | 9:00 – 10:30 a.m. | live webinar
Learn from inspiring speakers about the progress we have made in Alzheimer's diagnosis and treatment, and what it's like navigating a dementia diagnosis in this new era. Find out how we have more hope than ever before, and how you can be a part of it.
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body | June 19 | 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. | live webinar
Science is helping us understand how to stay mentally and physically healthy as we get older. Learn how to eat well, stay active, keep your mind sharp, and connect with others to support healthy aging.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's | June 23 | 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. | live webinar
Alzheimer's and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. Learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection; possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer's Association resources.
The Longest Day: Fight the darkness of Alzheimer's on the day with the most light | June 20
During June, the Alzheimer's Association is also inviting North Carolina residents to participate in The Longest Day®. Held annually around the summer solstice, The Longest Day invites participants to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through a fundraising activity of their choice. Throughout the month and culminating on the summer solstice, June 20, The Longest Day participants will use their creativity and passion to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association.
Participants bake, bike, hike, golf, knit, play bridge and take part in other favorite activities. Some examples of the more than 150 activities taking place across North Carolina for The Longest Day, including Greenville:
Line Dance & Intergenerational Ice Cream Social | June 19 | 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. | Pitt Council on Aging, 4551 County Home Road, Greenville
More programs and information can be found at alz.org/ENCMonthlyPrograms or by calling 800.272.3900.
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