COLUMBUS – The Alzheimer's Association Central Ohio Chapter invites the community to attend an open house on July 25, at the Chapter Office, located at 1379 Dublin Rd. in Columbus.
Anyone interested in learning more about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia may stop in anytime between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to meet staff and volunteers, learn about free chapter support and resources and find out about getting involved in the association’s vision to achieve a world without Alzheimer’s.
There will be short programs, including understanding dementia, facts about the latest research, communications strategies for families and caregivers and supporting the mission through advocacy, fundraising and volunteering. Care consultations for families concerned about themselves or a loved one will be available throughout the day, as well as a virtual dementia experience, which helps people understand what it’s like to live with dementia.
“We are really excited to have our friends and neighbors step into our office again,” said Pam Myers, program director for the Alzheimer's Association Central Ohio Chapter.
“As the community is moving out of the pandemic, we are seeing an increase in families needing help and support, as well as looking for volunteer opportunities and other ways to engage in our mission,” Myers said. “By stopping by on July 25, you can learn about our free education programs, care consultations and other resources. You’ll also be able to understand how you can join our fight to end Alzheimer’s and other dementia.”
Open House Schedule of Events
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Meet and greet with chapter staff and volunteers
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Care consultations available (first come, first served)
10 to 10:30 a.m.: Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia program
11 to 11:20 a.m.: Research & Advocacy Awareness presentation
11:20 a.m.: Virtual Dementia Experience
Noon to 12:20 p.m.: Why We Walk presentation
12:20 p.m.: Virtual Dementia Experience
1 to 1:20 p.m.: Advocacy, Fundraising and Volunteering presentation
2 to 2:30 p.m.: Effective Communication Strategies Education program
3 p.m.: Event ends
In addition to all of the valuable information that will be shared by association staff and volunteers, there will be food, games and door prizes throughout the day. Please contact Pam Myers at 567-302-3612 or pjmyers@alz.org with any questions.
About Alzheimer’s Disease
There are 493,000 Ohioans caring for 220,000 adults aged 65 and older living with Alzheimer's disease, according to the Alzheimer's Association “2023 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures.” The number of Ohioans living with Alzheimer's is expected to increase to 250,000 by 2025.
Those concerned about themselves or a loved one can contact the Alzheimer's Association Central Ohio Chapter at 614-457-6003 to schedule a care consultation and be connected to local resources. The Alzheimer's Association Helpline is available 24/7, 365 days a year to those needing information, guidance or support. To reach the helpline, call 800-272-3900.
