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Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
2022-06-05 14:00:00 2022-06-05 15:00:00 America/New_York Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia Alexandria Library teams up with The Alzheimer's Association to present a series of educational programs about Alzheimer's and Dementia. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Sunday, June 05
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2022-06-05 14:00:00 2022-06-05 15:00:00 America/New_York Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia Alexandria Library teams up with The Alzheimer's Association to present a series of educational programs about Alzheimer's and Dementia. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Alexandria Library teams up with The Alzheimer's Association to present a series of educational programs about Alzheimer's and Dementia.

Alzheimer’s is not normal aging. It’s a disease of the brain that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior. Learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, Alzheimer’s disease stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available, and Alzheimer’s Association resources.

For more information about The Alzheimer's Association, please visit alz.org

Need help? The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 hotline is available around the clock, 365 days a year to offer confidential support and information. 800.272.3900

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Health & Nutrition |

TAGS: | Mental Health | memory | health | dementia | caregivers | alzheimers |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
Phone: 703.746.1702
Fax: 703.746.1763
Hours
Mon, Dec 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Dec 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Dec 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Dec 21 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Parking: The library has a large parking lot with 175 spaces.

Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: King Street Station (Yellow & Blue Lines 3.2 miles); Van Dorn Station (Blue Line 2.1 miles)
  • Metrobus: 29K/N, 21C
  • DASH Bus: 30, 32

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact jgregorio@alexlibraryva.org or call 703.746.1701 or TTY 703.746.1790.

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Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room
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Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Check out the Library’s selection of tabletop games. (Ages 5-18) Echa un vistazo a la selección de juegos de mesa de la Biblioteca. (De 5 a 18 años) Área infantil de Beatley Library
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Sun, Dec 22, All day
Take home kits available starting December 14 at the Circulation Desk. While supplies last. Limit one per family.
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Mon, Dec 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
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Sat, Dec 28, 10:30am - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room
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Board Game Cafe - Café con juegos de mesa
Sat, Dec 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Check out the Library’s selection of tabletop games. (Ages 5-18) Echa un vistazo a la selección de juegos de mesa de la Biblioteca. (De 5 a 18 años) Área infantil de Beatley Library
Cancelled
Storytime in the Reading Garden - Even When It's Cold! - Cuentos en el jardín de lectura
Mon, Dec 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Children love to be outdoors! Join us in Beatley Central Library's beautiful outdoor Reading Garden for stories, songs and movement. Ages 0-5 with an adult.
English Language Learning (ELL 2) Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Mon, Dec 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required.
Cancelled
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