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Brain Power!
August 23, 2019 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
FreeJoin us for Brain Power! These 3 sessions will be held over the lunch hour from Noon to 1 p.m. at the Galesburg Community Foundation located at 246 E. Main St. Suite 101 in Galesburg, IL. Sign up for the sessions that interest you. Don’t forget to bring your lunch!
August 23, 2019 – Hold That Thought!
By Tessa Hobbs-Curley, University of Illinois Extension Educator, Family Life
Have you ever misplaced your keys or cell phone? Have you ever forgotten what you were about to say? If you have answered yes, you are not alone! Everyone forgets things now and again. Yes, memory does change as we age, but forgetfulness is common for people at all stages of life. This workshop will look at the memory process and what researchers say contributes to brain health, as well as strategies for helping with everyday forgetfulness.
August 30, 2019 – Two Heads are Better than One
By Tessa Hobbs-Curley, University of Illinois Extension Educator, Family Life
According to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP), Americans 50 and older are worried about losing mental capacity. Research also shows that socialization supports thinking skills and may slow cognitive decline in later life. Come and join Extension Educator Tessa Hobbs-Curley as she helps participants to learn about the connection between social engagement and brain health and to also identify other lifestyle factors that contribute to brain health at any age. She will also lead participants through intellectual exercises that will challenge their noggins!!
September 6, 2019 -10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s
By Daryl Carlson, Manager, Education & Community Volunteers with the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking, and behavior that interfere with daily life. Join us to learn about 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others. The one-hour program covers:
Typical age-related changes.
Common warning signs of Alzheimer’s.
How to approach someone about memory concerns.
Current research and treatments are available to address some symptoms.
Alzheimer’s Association resources.
