BUFFALO, N.Y. (January 27, 2025) – The Western New York Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association will hold a three-part educational series in February for people who have been diagnosed with early stage memory loss, mild cognitive impairment (MCI), or early stage dementia, and their loved ones.

The free classes, “Living with Early Stage Dementia and MCI,” will take place from 3 to 5 p.m. on February 11, 18 and 25 at the offices of the WNY Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, located at 6400 Sheridan Drive, Suite 320, Amherst. Pre-screening is necessary to take part in the program.

“This three-part series will allow people to ask questions, learn more about their diagnosis and symptoms, and discover the many resources available to them, in a comfortable and confidential setting,” says Maggie Concannon Meyers, care and support manager, who coordinates the MCI and Early Stage Dementia programs at the WNY Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association.

Topics will include:

  • coping with changes and a new diagnosis
  • how to share the diagnosis with family and friends
  • communication techniques
  • disease education and disease progression
  • legal and financial information
  • safety topics
  • discussing routine and how to live a fulfilling life with your diagnosis
  • what supports and resources are available

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and can be done by calling 716.626.0600, extension 313.

This program is funded through Dobrak & Fial Funds administered by the Community Foundation for Greater Buffalo.

To learn more about Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias, call 800.272.3900 or visit alz.org.