Apr 14, 2010

Dementia Support Group Meeting

Dear Friends,

Caring for someone with dementia can be difficult and, at times, overwhelming. Sometimes it helps just to know that someone else is going through the same thing and understands what you are going through.

Welcome to the support you've been looking for. This is a community of friends who are caregivers of their loved ones who are facing similar life challenges, medical conditions, and mental health issues.

Dementia support groups generally provide information about the disease, education and practical support. A support group is also an excellent forum for learning how other people have coped with the symptoms of dementia and the life changes the disease causes.

Alzheimer’s & Related Disorders Society of India (ARDSI), Bangalore Chapter is organizing a support group meeting to help caregivers of persons with dementia. The details are as follows:

Date: Saturday, 17th April, 2010

Time: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Theme: Care interventions in Dementia

Venue: Sandhya Kirana.
O'Shangassey Road, Akkithimmanahalli,
Richmond Town, Bangalore - 5600025

Phone: 080 - 41248448, 41248449

Expert Invited: Dr. Soumya Hegde, Geriatric Psychiatrist has kindly agreed to address the caregivers and answers their questions.

All those concerned and connected with the care of persons with dementia are encouraged to participate.

Kindly confirm your participation by replying to this email or calling us on 9342730936 or 080-41248448/41248449

Regards,

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