The YMCA of Greater Kansas City, in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association | Heart of America Chapter, offers free programs for caregivers, families, and community members at the Kirk Family YMCA in Downtown Kansas City and the Olathe Family YMCA. These sessions are open to the public and designed to provide education, encouragement, and practical support.
Programs include Alzheimer’s education classes on understanding dementia, warning signs, community impact, and brain-healthy habits, as well as The Empowered Caregiver series focused on caregiving foundations, communication, independence, responding to behaviors, and care planning.
Register at the Welcome Center.
Kirk Family YMCA: Wednesday, June 24 | 12:00-1:00 PM
Today, more than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s, and nearly 12 million are their unpaid caregivers — an escalating health crisis that affects many in our YMCA community. Join us for informative programs to learn about the impact of the disease, local resources, and ways you can join the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementias.
Kirk Family YMCA: Friday, June 26 |11:00 - 12:00 PM
Learn about dementia’s effect on communication, using a person-centered communication approach and tips for communicating well with others.
Olathe Family YMCA: Tuesday, July 7 | 12:00-1:00 PM
Kirk Family YMCA: Friday, July 31 | 11:00- 12:00 PM
This education series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone living with dementia.
Cleaver Family YMCA: Friday, July 10 | 11:30-12:30 PM
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Olathe Family YMCA: Friday, July 10 | 11:30-12:30 PM
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Join Valerie Johnson from the Alzheimer’s Association for an informative presentation on the 10 early warning signs of Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Learn how to recognize symptoms such as memory loss, changes in thinking and reasoning, and other signs that may begin to impact daily life. Early detection can help individuals and families access support, resources, and care sooner.
Kirk Family YMCA: Wednesday, July 29 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Join us for informative programs to learn about the impact of the disease, local resources and ways you can join the fight against Alzheimer's and Dementia.
Olathe Family YMCA: Tuesday, August 11 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Kirk Family YMCA: Friday, August 28 | 11:00 - 12:00 PM
Learn about planning for care changes, types of care, and moving care settings.
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