Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Maryland Chapter, this comprehensive event will inform the community about memory loss, support caregivers, share the promise of research and advise on getting involved to help conquer this disease.

Dr. Goldie Byrd (dean of Arts and Sciences at North Carolina A&T State University and principal investigator of the Center for Outreach in Alzheimer's Aging and Community Health) will give the keynote speech on Alzheimer's Disease: Community Awareness, Empowerment and Engagement.

Breakout sessions will cover such topics as: legal planning, managing brain health and caregiver stress, and ministering to families coping with memory loss. Attendees also can receive complimentary blood pressure and Glaucoma screenings and flu shots (insurance required for the latter). A complimentary continental breakfast and lunch also will be provided.

The Alzheimer's Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Its mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Its vision is a world without Alzheimer's®. Visit www.alz.org.