KNOW THE 10 SIGNS: EARLY DETECTION MATTERS

Kaylin Risvold, Senior Manager, Media Relations
Published: July 23, 2018

Chicago, IL - The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter’s educational program, Know the Ten Signs: Early Detection Matters, will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 28, 2018 at St. Mark Church, 9201 S. Avalon Avenue in Chicago.

The warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease are often dismissed as side effects of normal aging. If individuals believe they or someone they know is experiencing memory loss or behavioral changes, it’s time to learn the facts. Early detection allows for a chance to begin drug therapy, enroll in clinical studies and plan for the future. Attendees will learn the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, hear from people who have the disease and find out how to recognize the signs. Presenters will also separate myth from reality and address commonly-held fears about Alzheimer’s in America.

Program specialist Phillip Bennett will present and take questions following the program.

The end of Alzheimer’s disease starts here. To register for this program offered at no cost, call 847.933.2413 or register online atwww.alz.org/illinois.

About the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter:

The Alzheimer’s Association® is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s research, care and support. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter covers an 87-county area with offices in Chicago, Joliet, Rockford, Springfield, Bloomington, Peoria, Quincy and Carbondale. Since 1980, the Chapter has provided reliable information and care consultation; created supportive services for families; increased funding for dementia research; and influenced public policy changes. The Illinois Chapter serves more than half a million Illinois residents affected by Alzheimer's disease, including more than 220,000 Illinois residents living with the disease. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's®. For more information visit www.alz.org/illinois or call our free 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.

Keywords: Aging, Alzheimer, Alzheimer's Association, community, health