Early Stage Memory Loss Training to be Offered in 2008

The Alzheimer’s Association is currently seeking dedicated volunteers* with a solid background in Alzheimer’s disease to lead ESML seminars in 2008 and 2009. Volunteers must be comfortable working with individuals with memory loss, as well as with their family caregivers. 

Early Stage Memory Loss Seminar (ESML) is a unique program to support individuals who have early stages of memory loss, and their care partners, through disease education, information, sharing and peer support. During the eight session seminar, individuals are provided education on the different types of dementia and ways to cope with changes in their lives and relationships, and discuss issues important to them and their futures.  

Technical support, seminar coordination and leader training are provided by the Chapter. If you are interested in volunteering in this program, please call or email Rosemary Como at 206-529-3868, 800-848-7097, or rosemary.como@alz.org. 

* Social workers, counselors, nurses, activity specialists, adult day health providers, health education specialists, doctors, physical therapists, occupational therapists, or anyone with a background in geriatrics or memory disorders are encouraged to sign up.