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The Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter’s educational program, Effective Communication Strategies, will take place at 9:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 4, 2017 at The LifeSpan Center, 11021 E Co 800 N. in Charleston, IL.

Communication is more than just talking and listening – it’s also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias progress in their journey and the ability to use words is lost, families need new ways to connect. Join us to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer’s, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease.

This program is 1.5 hours, which includes time for questions and answers. Elizabeth Wells, Manager of Education and Outreach will present to take questions.

There will be a complimentary brunch provided.  Prior registration is required.  To register for this program please call 217.639.5150