A Community Lecture Series presented by the Atlanta Neuroscience Institute in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association – Atlanta Chapter
Understanding Alzheimer’s: Prevention, Care, Planning & the Road Ahead
Alzheimer’s disease impacts millions of individuals and families—but knowledge, early action, and community support can make a powerful difference. The Atlanta Neuroscience Institute, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association – Atlanta Chapter, invites you to a four-part lecture series designed to educate, empower, and guide individuals, caregivers, and families through every stage of the Alzheimer’s journey.
This monthly series brings together leading medical experts, trained educators, and trusted resources to explore the science of Alzheimer’s disease, strategies for reducing risk, tools for caregivers, and essential legal and financial planning considerations—while offering hope through innovation and ongoing research.
Who Should Attend
- Individuals concerned about memory or brain health
- Family members and caregivers
- Adults interested in prevention and risk reduction
- Healthcare professionals and community advocates
- Anyone seeking trusted, evidence-based information on Alzheimer’s
What You'll Gain
- Trusted medical and scientific insights
- Practical tools you can use immediately
- Connections to community resources and support
- Guidance from experts who understand Alzheimer’s disease
- Hope through knowledge, planning, and progress
April 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Dinner
Lecture I: Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease: The Science, the Signs & the Future
Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church | 2715 Peachtree Road, NE | Atlanta, GA 30305
- What Alzheimer’s is (and is not)
- Brain changes, biomarkers, disease progression
- Early signs and diagnosis
- Current treatments & emerging research
- What the future holds (therapies, prevention, trials)
May 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Dinner
Lecture II: Risk Reduction: 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain
Peachtree Christian Church | 1580 Peachtree Street, NE | Atlanta, GA 30309
- Evidence-based lifestyle strategies
- Brain health across lifespan
- Practical take-home tools
- Audience: general public, adults 40+
June 11, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Dinner
Lecture III: The Empowered Caregiver
Peachtree Christian Church | 1580 Peachtree Street, NE | Atlanta, GA 30309
- Understanding caregiving roles
- Managing stress, burnout, and communication
- Navigating care decisions
- Community and AA support resources
July 16, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Dinner
Lecture IV: Legal, Financial & Care Planning for Alzheimer’s
Second-Ponce de Leon Baptist Church | 2715 Peachtree Road, NE | Atlanta, GA 30305
- Advance directives & power of attorney
- Financial planning & long-term care
- Medicare/Medicaid basics
- Planning early vs. late stage
- Building your care team – legal, financial & care experts
