Understanding the Dementia Universe
A talk by Jess F. Deegan II, Ph.D. By Donation - Registration is recommended but not required.
Time & Location
Apr 08, 2023, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Grand Mesa Arts & Events Center, 195 W Main St, Cedaredge, CO 81413, USA
About the Event
Understanding the Dementia Universe: A Guide to Adapting to Dementia is a presentation by Dr. Jess F. Deegan II, a Biological Psychologist who received his Ph.D from UC Santa Barbara. The presentation will include information about the probability of having a dementia, the different types of dementia, and what is known the cause of each type. Dr. Deegan discusses the structure of the brain, neurons within the brain, and about how normal and dementia brains differ. The treatments available for each dementia are discussed, as well those recently approved by the FDA, and how best for those who are CareGivers to deal with dementia. Questions are always encouraged!
Board members from our local non-profit, Awareness, Support, and Education about Dementia for Delta county (ASEDD), will be in attendance to provide information about resources available in Delta County—including weekly support groups. ASEDD will be making Dr. Deegan’s “Understanding the Dementia Universe:…
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