Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia: Communicating Effectively

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Event Details

Date: Thursday, December 4
Time: 6:00–7:00 PM

Location: Fleischman Multipurpose Room

Jewish Senior Life – Fleischman Residence
6710 W. Maple Rd.
West Bloomfield, MI, 48322

Cost: Free and open to the community.

Hosted by Jewish Senior Life & the Alzheimer’s Association

Caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can be deeply meaningful and incredibly challenging. Communication changes, new behaviors, and daily frustrations can leave even the most devoted caregiver feeling unsure of what to do next.

Join Jewish Senior Life and the Alzheimer’s Association for a free, community education program designed to give you practical tools, knowledge, and support.

Event Overview

These topics will help you understand what your loved one may be experiencing and how you can respond with empathy, patience, and confidence.

Communicating Effectively

This session helps caregivers understand how dementia affects language and expression. You’ll learn practical tips to improve everyday communication with loved ones, family members, and health care professionals—so conversations can feel calmer, more respectful, and more productive.

Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

Learn about common behavior changes, how to use non-medical approaches to address these behaviors, and how to recognize when additional help is needed.

What You’ll Learn

By attending this program, you will:

Understand how Alzheimer’s and other dementias change communication
Learn practical strategies to make conversations easier and less stressful
Discover common dementia-related behaviors and what may be causing them
Explore non-medical ways to respond to behaviors like agitation, confusion, or withdrawal
Recognize when additional help, services, or support may be needed
Connect to resources available through Jewish Senior Life and the Alzheimer’s Association

Who Should Attend

This program is ideal for:

Family caregivers
Friends supporting loved ones with dementia
Professional caregivers and health partners
Anyone wanting to understand Alzheimer’s and dementia better

All are welcome — JSL welcomes people of all faiths and backgrounds.

RSVP & Contact

To reserve your seat or ask questions, please contact:

Lauren Stach
Senior Living Advisor & Leasing

(248) 592-5075 | TTY #711

lstach@jslmi.org

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Jewish Senior Life is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping older adults live with dignity, purpose, and connection. Through our residences, programs, and services, we support individuals and families navigating aging, Alzheimer’s disease, and other memory-related conditions with compassion and expertise.

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