South Bay Dementia Education Consortium Presents: The 2024 Update on Alzheimer's Disease Research and Treatment
September 19th, 3 p.m. on Zoom
Join the South Bay Dementia Education Consortium for an enlightening talk with Dr. Sarah Kremen, a leading expert in the field of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Dr. Kremen will share the latest advancements in treatment, including the recent FDA approval of amyloid vaccines—a groundbreaking development in the fight against Alzheimer's. She will also explore the most promising research on the horizon, offering a glimpse into the future of dementia care. Whether you're a healthcare professional, caregiver, or simply interested in the latest in Alzheimer's research, this event is not to be missed! Dr. Sarah Kremen is a Behavioral Neurologist and Director of the Neurobehavior Program at the Jona Goldrich Center for Alzheimer's and Memory Disorders at Cedar- Sinai Medical Center. She completed her residency in neurology at UCLA and her fellowship training in Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry at the Greater Los Angeles VA Medical Center. She sees patients with memory, language and other cognitive disorders due to Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases. VIEW FLYER
Dementia Caregiver Support Groups
Caring for a loved one with a dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming and stressful. Our support groups offer a safe space to address the challenges that come with caring for someone, find support amongst peers who share similar experiences and openly express your feelings around being a caregiver.
MANHATTAN BEACH - please join us on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Joslyn Community Center, 1601 N. Valley Dr., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266. Facilitated by Beach Cities Health District's Care Manager, Charlotte Barnett, MSW. In partnership with the Alzheimer's Association and Manhattan Beach Older Adults Program.
REDONDO BEACH - please join us on the third Monday of the month at 2 p.m. in the cafe at 514 N. Prospect Ave, Redondo Beach, 90277. Facilitated by Beach Cities Health District’s Care Managers Joy Schmidt, LCSW and Rudy Diaz, ASW. In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association.
Registration is not required. Questions? Call Beach Cities Health District at 310-374-3426, Option 1.
Free Exercise Classes for Seniors
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Social Hour with Beach Cities Health District Care Manager, Charlotte Barnett
If you have a question regarding community resources, want to learn more about Beach Cities Health District or share and learn ways to keep busy, please join us! These meetings are for all, a place to connect and feel heard.
1st and 3rd Tuesdays (Virtual)
10 – 11 a.m.
Zoom link: https://bchd-org.zoom.us/j/87651635014
2nd Mondays (In person)
2 – 3 p.m.
Manhattan Beach Joslyn Center, Sunset Room
1601 N Valley Dr, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Center for Health & Fitness Classes
The Center for Health & Fitness (CHF) at BCHD has programs designed just for the needs of older adults, including senior fitness, senior yoga and Pilates, and SliverSneakers and Silver & Fit memberships. The Center has trained medical exercise specialists to assist those with particular needs.
