Senior Concerns, as part of its commitment to provide support for seniors, will present a community seminar titled “Alzheimer’s Disease: Know the 10 Signs,” on Tuesday, February 25, 2020, 4:00-5:30 p.m. at Senior Concerns, 401 Hodencamp Road, Thousand Oaks.
This informative seminar, led by Mark Stelzer, MSW, Volunteer Support Group Facilitator and Community Educator for the Alzheimer’s Association California Coast Central Chapter, will help attendees learn what Alzheimer’s Disease is and why early detection is crucial, explore the differences between Alzheimer’s and typical aging, gain an understanding of the steps to take if you recognize warning signs and discover the process to receiving an Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Mark Stelzer has volunteered for the Alzheimer’s Association for more than 15 years as a Support Group Facilitator. He is now a trained Community Voices speaker for the Association. Mark has a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a master’s degree in Social Work from California State University Long Beach. Mark is an expert in the creation and maintenance of structured, stimulating, therapeutic environments for multiple stages of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. He has proven success in dementia behavioral management and family guidance and support. Mark is a social worker at Buena Vista Hospice in Thousand Oaks.
Seating is limited. To make a reservation, please contact Senior Concerns at 805-497-0189. Light refreshments will be served. A donation of $10 is requested. Please note that parking is limited in the area. Plan to arrive early.
