Dementia subject for lunch program

caregiversdementia“Communicating through Dementia – Healthy Steps for Families” will be presented on Aug.14, 11:30 a.m., at the Levine Jewish Community Center, Weinberg Senior Center, 5007 Providence Rd.

Barbara Drum, executive director of The Crossings at Steele Creek, will lead the interactive workshop. Participants will be able to learn the difference ways to talk with dementia patients; discover how to understand and interpret behaviors and moods; and try new ideas to re-direct difficult behaviors.

Drum, who had previously cared for her parents who suffered from dementia, will speak from her perspective and own personal experience.

A certified dementia specialist with 10 years experience in the senior living industry, Dunn counts helping families, friends and caregivers to understand dementia as one of her true loves.

New participants are welcome and the event is free and open to the public. However, reservations are required and space is limited.

A complimentary lunch will be provided by Brightmore of South Charlotte.

The session is presented in conjunction with Oasis, a beneficiary agency of the Jewish Federation of Greater Charlotte, and has community support through Jewish Family Services.

RSVP via email to info@jfscharlotte.org or call 704.364.6594.