Dementia care discussion Feb. 23

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Piedmont Fayette Hospital Sixty Plus Services and Fayette Senior Services present an information packed workshop for caregivers Tuesday, Feb. 23, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at Fayette Senior Services’ Fayetteville location (The Life Enrichment Center, 4 Center Drive).

Caring for a loved one with dementia can sometimes be overwhelming. Learn about diagnoses, the types and stages of dementia, community resources, communication techniques, the role of medications in managing challenging behaviors, and caregiver stress management.

Speakers include: Moira Keller and Tori Sorrells with Piedmont Fayette, Dr. Alfonso Martinez with The Neuropsychology Center, Dr. Virendra Randive with Neurology Associates, Marie Doyle with FSS, and a panel of dementia caregivers.

This program is $25 and includes lunch and educational materials. Pre-registration is required at 770-461-0813 or stop by any location to register (must make payment at the time of reservation). FSS members and non-members welcome. For more information visit www.fayss.org.