Public Events
Caregiver Support Groups
(Co-sponsored by the Alzheimer's Association of Houston and Southeast Texas):
3rd Wednesday of every month,
10:00 – 11:30 a.m.
Location: The Support Groups will be held at Amazing Place's facility, 3735 Drexel, (77027) in the Family Education Room
Facilitated by Volunteer Bob Robertson and Carol Cooper, Participant and Family Coordinator
For more information, call Amazing Place:
(713) 552-0420
May 2
Telephone Caregiver Support Group
Area: Greater Houston
Time: 4:00 PM to 5:15 PM
The Alzheimer's Association of Houston & Southeast Texas will offer a telephone support group for Alzheimer's dementia caregivers who cannot access a traditional face to face group. Participants will connect through a conference call for sharing, caregiver education, and support.
Contact Name: Ann Marie McDonald
Email: annmarie.mcdonald@alz.org
Phone Number: 713-314-1350 -code 1234
May 3
Community and Caregiver Presentation: Communicating and Interacting with Persons with Dementia
Area: Greater Houston
Location: Alzheimer's Association Office
2242 W. Holcombe Blvd
Houston, Tx 77054
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Alzheimer's disease dramatically alters the dynamics between the diagnosed individual and his or her loved ones. Family and friends of persons with Alzheimer'sfrequently feel that their loved one is no longer the person he or she once was. This presentation provides caregivers with tools for effectively communicating and connecting with persons with dementia. Specifically it will cover nonverbal vs. verbal communication, positive physical approach, person-centered approach, and activity development.
RSVP by Tuesday, May 1st to 713.314.1313
Contact Name: Andrea James
May 19
2012 Houston Blondes vs. Brunettes Powderpuff Football Game
Area: Greater Houston
Location: Skip Lee Field, St. John's School
2501 Claremont Lane
Houston, TX 77019
Time: 11:30 AM
Blondes vs. Brunettes (BvB) is a volunteer-driven, active event in the form of a flag football game for women designed to bring young community leaders together to support the mission of the Alzheimer’s Association. Participating teams play on the age-old rivalry between blondes and brunettes. In 2011, the teams raised over $125,000 to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support, and research programs.
Contact Name: Tiffany Dempsey
Email: tiffany.dempsey@alz.org
Phone Number: 713.314.1341
May 20
Memory Cafe
Area: Greater Houston
Location: YMCA
6725 Longenbaugh Drive
Houston TX,77095
Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Join us for a social activity program that will offer a fun and comfortable way for people living in the early-stages- mid stage of the disease and their family members to build a social network. A great way to connect with like individuals in their own community. Light refreshments, games and other activities offered.
Email: annmarie.mcdonald@alz.org
Phone Number: 713-314-1313
May 31
Community and Caregiver Presentation:
Safety First
Area: Greater Houston
Audience: Community, Caregiver
Location: Alzheimer's Association Office
2242 W. Holcombe Blvd.
Houston, Tx 77030
Date: 5/31/2012
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Safety is a primary concern for families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer's disease. The presentation stresses the importance of creating a safe home and environment for persons with dementia. Our presenter will offer tips on how to keep individuals safe from wandering and modifications necessary for a safe home environment. Driving issues will be addressed as will the importance of disaster preparedness.
RSVP by Tuesday, May 29th to 713.314.1313
Contact Name: Andrea' James
June 9
Save the date: 2012 Caregiver Conference
Area: Greater Houston
Location: The Church of St. John the Divine
2450 River Oaks Boulevard
Houston TX 77019
Time: 8:00 AM to 2:30 AM
More details coming soon!
