Alzheimer's Association Community Education Sessions

Alzheimer's Association Community Education Sessions

The Alzheimer’s Association® provides care, education, and support to those affected by Alzheimer’s and Dementia and has partnered with the YMCA of the Roses to offer free, 1 hour educational sessions to all members of our community.

These sessions are led by a certified community educator and cover a variety of topics related to Alzheimer’s and Dementia . Each session includes Q&A opportunities for discussion and will provide participants with the most up to date information.

Please see below for a list of education sessions, including a description of the programs and how to register.

Should you have further questions, please contact:

For York County clients, contact Kyle Almoney at [email protected] or call 717-843-7884  x248

For Lancaster County clients, contact Jessica Rodriguez at [email protected] or call 717-464-4000 x1220

Click here to learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease and related disorders

Bob Hoffman Dover YMCA

Bob Hoffman Dover YMCA
4/8/24 - 6/26/24
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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life.  Learn to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/14/22 8/2/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/08/24
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body - Mo - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Register  
05/17/24
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - Fr - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Register  
06/26/24
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - We - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Registration
will open on
04/27/2024

City Center

City Center YMCA
4/17/24 - 5/10/24
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Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
2/13/24 5/31/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/17/24
Mind Body Studio - We - 9:45 am - 10:45 am
Register  
Closes
04/24/2024
05/10/24
Mind Body Studio - Fr - 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Register  
Closes
05/18/2024

Lampeter- Strasburg YMCA

Lampeter Strasburg YMCA
5/20/24 - 5/20/24
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Before Silver sneakers class, get a cup of coffee and join Jessie in the Community Room for a morning of discussion and education.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
2/12/24 6/21/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
05/20/24
Multi-Purpose Room - Mo
Register  
Closes
05/31/2024

The W. Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA

The W Dale Brougher Foundation YMCA
3/29/24 - 6/11/24
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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life.  Learn to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
2/6/22 1/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
03/29/24
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - Fr - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Register  
Closes
03/29/2024
04/24/24
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body - We - 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Register  
Closes
04/24/2024
05/09/24
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - Th - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Register  
Closes
05/09/2024
06/11/24
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - Tu - 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
Registration
will open on
04/12/2024

Virtual: Zoom

City Center YMCA, Lampeter Strasburg YMCA
6/18/24 - 8/14/24
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Dementia Conversations:

• Provide tips on how to “break the ice” and have the most common difficult conversations
• Help you plan ahead and build a care team that communicates well
• Give you the opportunity to hear from people who are dealing with similar issues
• Connect you with helpful resources

This will be a Virtual session and participants will receive the zoom link via email the week of the presentation.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/24/24 8/29/24 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/18/24
Dementia Conversations - Tu - 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm
Register  
Closes
07/16/2024
07/23/24
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's - Tu - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Register  
Closes
08/06/2024
08/14/24
Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body - We - 12:15 pm - 1:15 pm
Register  
Closes
08/28/2024

York Branch YMCA

Arthur J Glatfelter YMCA
4/16/24 - 6/6/24
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Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement, and how to incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging.

Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Learn basic information on the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages, risk factors, current research and treatments available to address some symptom, plus Alzheimer’s Association resources.

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s

Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life.  Learn to recognize common signs of the disease in yourself and others and next steps to take, including how to talk to your doctor.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
3/14/22 4/1/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/16/24
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body - Tu - 11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Register  
Closes
04/16/2024
05/23/24
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia - Th - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Register  
Closes
05/23/2024
06/06/24
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s - Th - 10:30 am - 11:30 am
Registration
will open on
04/07/2024