This program is a DVD presentation and local discussion for the community and professionals on The Longest Loss: Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.  This presentation hosted by Frank Sesno, Director, School of Media and Public Affairs and several national experts, will describe the characteristics of Alzheimer's disease and other dementia, discuss the grief of persons with dementia, recognize changes in patient and family behaviors that may be indicative of grief, and more.  CE will be available through HFA at a cost of $15.

The cost of this 4 hour program is $10 and includes a continental breakfast.  Registration is available at Joliet Area Community Hospice, 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, IL or online at www.joliethospice.org.  Please register no later than Monday, October 5, 2015.  For more information, please call Tom Barkauskas, Director of Social Services at 815-460-3256.