The Buzz Around Town

A kick-off training session and lunch was held on February 25, for the 2010 Memories in the Making Table Hosts. The theme for the day was BEE here as Table Host Spring into Action! Bumble bees, spring flowers and a spring luncheon with Dirt Cake and gummy worms completed the theme for the day. Table Hosts shared the B z-z-z-z with each other about why they are involved with Alzheimer’s Services. The Memories in the Making Luncheon is the number one awareness and fundraising event for Alzheimer’s Services and will be held on May 13^th at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. If anyone is interested in how they can get involved with the Memories Luncheon, please call Debbie at 334-7494

Meet the Intern

As a new face at Alzheimer's Services, I am learning the ins and outs of the organization as I shadow the footsteps of Program Coordinator, Julie Brewer. My basic understanding of Alzheimer's disease has expanded through Dementia Care training and programs such as "A Cause to Remember" and "Sharing the Journey." Though the majority of my work has been assisting with Education Conference preparations, I have learned through Caregiver Network Meetings and the Helpline that working here requires one part compassion and one part resourcefulness - something the staff have and offer quite well. I am learning to keep my heart open, time flexible, and planner handy!

Kathleen Keen
Program Intern
Masters in Health Candidate
Southeastern Louisiana University