Friends of Citrus and the Nature Coast to host free ABC of Dementia workshop

The Friends of Citrus and the Nature Coast will host a free ABC of Dementia workshop from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 5, 2019, at 8471 W. Periwinkle Lane in Homosassa, Florida.    The workshop, to be conducted by Debbie Selsavage, President of Coping with Dementia LLC, will define Alzheimer’s and dementia, explain how dementia affects individuals, discuss ways to interpret dementia behaviors for better communication and results, and show how compassion and the proper use of voice, approach, and appropriate touch can result in more effective and less stressful caregiving.
While the event is free and open to the public, registration is encouraged for planning purposes.  To make a reservation, call 352-422-3663 or e-mail deb@coping.today.