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Dementia 201 — March 11, 2026

Time of Event:  6:15- 7:15 p.m.
Address: 167 S. Irby Street Florence, SC
Program Contact: Meg Jiunnies
Main Phone:

Event Details

Join the Central United Methodist Church at 6:15 p.m. on March 11 for Dementia 201: Positive Interactions.

The event will feature a discussion on best practices for caregivers and loved ones of people living with dementia.

Amy Rushing, a Dementia Care Specialist for the South Carolina Department on Aging will discuss:

  • A short overview of dementia- brain changes, types, stages, symptoms
  • Effective communication strategies by stage
  • Methods to interpret verbal, non-verbal, and behavioral cues
  • Best practices to prevent or de-escalate challenging situations.

 

Alzheimer's / Dementia
Caregiving / Family
Education / Guides
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