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Talking about Dementia with Dr Eric Smith
Come out to the Coast Plaza Hotel and Conference Centre on Thursday, May 3 to hear local expert Dr Eric Smith share some of the latest dementia news and research.
Dr Smith is an accomplished medical professional and is currently the Katthy Chair in Vascular Dementia and Associate Professor of Neurology at the University of Calgary as well as the Medical Director of the Cognitive Neurosciences Clinic at Foothills Medical Centre.
This is a rare opportunity to learn what's happening behind the scenes and a chance to address some of your concerns.
There will also be a question and answer session at the end of the presentation.
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Upcoming Events
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May 3 6:30 - 8:30 P.M.
Talking about DementiaLearn about Alzheimer's disease and other dementias from local experts.
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Wednesday April 25th Full day (9 a.m. - 12 p.m., 1 - 4 p.m.)
Dementia DOMEA one-day workshop teaching practical, hands-on strategies for caregivers of people with dementia
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Ongoing Afternoon or evening sessions available
Caregiver Strategies for DementiaA practical skill-building workshop providing an essential foundation for family members, friends and caregivers
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Wednesday, June 6th 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Understanding Dementia & Brain HealthA superb introduction to the topic of Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
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First Link Referral ProgramPhysicians & health care professionals - find your referral info here
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