Educational discussions by local experts offer solace to family members and friends
DAVENPORT, IA (April 13, 2016) – Senior Star at Elmore Place is pleased to invite the Quad Cities community to an informative presentation on Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26 at 4500 Elmore Avenue, Davenport.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association website, LBD is a type of progressive dementia that leads to a decline in thinking, reasoning and independent function. The site also notes many experts estimate that LBD is the third most common cause of dementia after Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia, accounting for 10 to 25 percent of cases.
Discussions at Senior Star will focus on the science of LBD as well as the emotional side of the disease. Jerry Schroeder, senior program specialist with the Alzheimer’s Association, will discuss early symptoms of the disease including memory loss disrupting daily life, challenges in planning and problem solving, withdrawal from work or social activities and confusion with time or place. Paul Smith, moderator of a local LBD caregiver support group and volunteer for the Lewy Body Dementia Association, will talk about the realities of caring for someone with LBD, drawing from his own personal experiences as well as the many conversations he has had with other caregivers.
As leading experts in caring for those with Alzheimer’s and LBD, Senior Star associates will also be on hand to share examples of how they are providing care for residents who have LBD as well as supporting their families. Associates go through an intense quarterly training and additional instruction as needed to understand the specific needs of those with LBD and how they differ from those who have Alzheimer’s. Through education and understanding, Senior Star is able to meet the personalized needs of those with LBD while also assisting the entire family through the disease process.
Please RSVP by April 25 by calling 563.484.5114 to reserve your spot.
For more information about Senior Star at Elmore Place or to schedule a tour, call 563.484.5114 or visit the website at www.seniorstar.com.
About Senior Star at Elmore Place
Senior Star at Elmore Place, a Senior Star community, features 236 modernly decorated apartments spanning across 20 acres of beautifully landscaped property with many customized amenities to offer its residents three distinctive living experiences: independent living, assisted living and memory care. For more information, visit www.seniorstar.com.
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