10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's with Jacki Williams of the Alzheimer's Association

Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia; it's a degenerative brain disease that causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior.

Join Jacki Williams of the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Cincinnati Chapter to learn about 10 common warning signs of Alzheimer's, and what to watch for in yourself and others.If you have an older parent, or if you are a caregiver, this class is important for you to attend.

In 2023, as many as 6.7 million Americans—or 1 in 9 age 65 and older–-were living with Alzheimer’s disease.This number if projected to nearly triple to 14 million people by 2060.Almost two-thirds of American’s with Alzheimer’s are women. Older Black Americans are about twice as likely as older whites to have Alzheimer’s or other dementias.Worldwide, 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia.

Do you want to convey an idea, teach, or encourage others in a public speaking scenario? EmpowerU board member Karen Cartier will share some tried and true methods to help you communicate clearly before any size audience. You'll be given encouragement and tools to help you communicate via public speaking without fear, fainting or knocking knees!