Memory loss – its challenging behaviors

Free informational meeting: Fri. Jan. 14, 10 a.m.

Find out how to manage challenging behaviors due to memory loss at an informational meeting Friday, Jan. 14 at 10 a.m. Catherine Cruikshank, Director of Education for the Alzheimer’s Association, Florida Gulf Coast Chapter, will present tips on how to respond to anxiety, agitation, aggression, and sleep disturbances. She’ll also discuss communication with a person who has progressive memory loss.

The meeting which is open to the public will be held at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at the corner of East Elkcam and Collier Ave., Marco Island where a support group will also meet Mon. Jan. 24 and every fourth Monday during the season. Please call Shirley at 239-394-8097 for more information.