October 3, 2013

ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE, HEALTH REFORM, AND SUPPORT FOR THOSE WHO NEED IT


Guests:  Rob Gundermann, Pubic Policy Director and Danielle Thai, Family Education Coordinator - Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin
Alzheimer's Disease is an epidemic. It is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States and the only one where there is no path to prevent or cure it.  Early diagnosis, however, can make a significant difference in managing the symptoms of the disease and providing a better quality of life for those diagnosed and their caregivers.

On this program, our guests discuss how benefits in the Affordable Care Act can help those diagnosed with cognitive impairment or Alzheimer's Disease.  They also present programs and services available through the Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin to assist people with legal, financial, and daily living challenges.  You will learn what help is available now to people who ask the all too common question, "How do we deal with this?

More information is available at www.alzwisc.org or by calling 608-232-3400.