JAMESTOWN, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – Hospice of the Red River Valley has teamed up with the Alzheimer’s Association to host a “Living with Dementia” event in Jamestown this month.

According to a release, the evening will be filled with practical advice, resources and stories that offer hope and guidance to those living with dementia and their caregivers at “Living With Dementia.” A panel of experts will be on hand to answer any questions.

The event, being held in Jamestown for the first time, is scheduled for Thursday, Aug. 23, from 5-6:30 p.m. at James River Senior Center (located in the Legacy Center), 419 5th St. NE. It is free and open to the public.

Co-sponsored by Hospice of the Red River Valley and the Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota, the event will feature medical experts and caregivers who have cared for family or friends with dementia.

The Jamestown event includes Dr. Tricia Langlois, the medical director for Hospice of the Red River Valley; Dr. Lindsay Hines, neuropsychologist with Sanford Health; Beth Olson, regional care consultant with the Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota; and Betty Mahlke, caregiver and community member.

Family caregivers, professional caregivers (nurses, social workers, chaplains, clergy and physicians) and anyone who works with people living with dementia are invited. No CEs will be provided for this event.

For more information, visit bit.ly/dementia2018 or call (800) 237-4629.