The Care Partner Education Forum is designed to fit the needs of unpaid care partners and families caring for those with Mild Cognitive Impairment, Alzheimer’s disease, and other forms of dementia. Learn more about the diseases, the latest updates on research, strategies in communication and tips on self-care.

Locally, the forum is scheduled for Tuesday, June 27, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Stanislaus County Veterans Center Banquet Hall, 3500 Coffee Road, Modesto.

Tickets are $20 for early registration and $25 after Friday, June 16.

Register today by calling (916) 930-9080 or visit www.alz.org/norcal and click “Conferences & Training.”

Speakers will include: Ruth Gay, Update on Latest Policies and Call to Action; Claire Day, Updates on Alzheimer’s Research – Accelerating Ahead; Heather Gray, Understanding and Responding to Dementia Related Behavior; and JoAnn Lindberg, Caring for the Caregiver.

The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Their 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.