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  • Diabetes, Hipertensión y la Memoria (Spanish)

    Abrazar Midway Community Center 14900 Park Lane, Midway City, CA, United States

    Descubra cómo cuidar su salud fortalece su memoria y bienestar. Aprenda estrategias prácticas para mantener su mente activa y prevenir el deterioro cognitivo, aunque viva con diabetes o hipertensión.

  • Mind Your Brain: Strategies for Cognitive Strength at Any Age

    Orange Senior Center 170 S. Olive Street, Orange, CA, United States

    Brain health is shaped by the choices we make throughout life. This class explores evidence-based strategies that support cognitive strength and long-term brain wellness. Participants will learn about lifestyle habits linked to better brain health, including physical activity, mental stimulation, sleep, stress management, nutrition, and social engagement. The session explains how these factors work together

  • The Brain Health Blueprint: A 6-Week Interactive Roadmap to a Healthier Mind: Move More, Think Better: How Exercise Protects the Brain (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Your brain health is shaped by the habits you build every day. In this engaging six-week series, participants will explore the key lifestyle factors that research shows support memory, thinking, and long-term cognitive wellness. Using the Brain Health Blueprint framework, each session focuses on one pillar of brain health, helping participants understand how everyday choices—such

  • La Música, el Baile y el Cerebro (Spanish)

    Southwest Senior Center 2201 W McFadden, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    La música y el baile no sólo levantan el ánimo, también ayudan a mantener el cerebro activo y saludable. ¡Venga y encuentre muchos pretextos para bailar y cantar! ¡Su cerebro se lo agradecerá y el cuerpo lo disfrutará!

  • Remember This! Everyday Tips to Improve Memory

    Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United States

    Memory challenges can happen at any age, but simple strategies can make remembering easier. This class introduces practical memory techniques that can help with everyday tasks such as remembering names, appointments, and important information. Participants will learn how attention, organization, and lifestyle habits influence memory performance. The session also explores how the brain processes and

  • La Música, el Baile y el Cerebro (Spanish)

    Serve the People Community Health Center - Santa Ana 1206 17th St., Santa Ana, CA, United States

    La música y el baile no sólo levantan el ánimo, también ayudan a mantener el cerebro activo y saludable. ¡Venga y encuentre muchos pretextos para bailar y cantar! ¡Su cerebro se lo agradecerá y el cuerpo lo disfrutará!

  • Sharpen Your Mind! Memory Tips and Tricks

    Sea Country Senior & Community Center 24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA, United States

    Keeping the brain active is one of the most powerful ways to support cognitive health. This class explores how learning new skills, solving problems, and staying curious can strengthen thinking abilities. Participants will discover activities that challenge the brain and support skills such as memory, focus, and mental flexibility. The session also explains how mental

  • Recognizing the Moment: When It’s Time for Memory Care

    Mount of Olives Church 24772 Chrisanta Drive, Mission Viejo, CA, United States

    Families often struggle to know when care needs have become too much to manage at home. This class will review signs that memory care may be needed, including safety risks, wandering, increased care needs, and caregiver burnout. Participants will learn how to approach the decision with compassion, planning, and a focus on quality of life.

  • The Brain Health Blueprint: A 6-Week Interactive Roadmap to a Healthier Mind: Calm the Mind, Rest the Brain: The Power of Sleep and Stress Relief (Online)

    Online Webinar

    your brain health is shaped by the habits you build every day. In this engaging six-week series, participants will explore the key lifestyle factors that research shows support memory, thinking, and long-term cognitive wellness. Using the Brain Health Blueprint framework, each session focuses on one pillar of brain health, helping participants understand how everyday choices—such

  • Normal Aging vs Warning Signs of Dementia

    Sea Country Senior & Community Center 24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA, United States

    Some changes in memory and thinking are part of normal aging, while others may be signs of something more serious. This class will help participants understand the difference between typical age-related changes and possible warning signs of dementia. Participants will also learn when to seek medical guidance and why early evaluation matters. To RSVP call

  • Finding Meaning in Caregiving: A 3-Part Series (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Caregiving can bring love, grief, stress, purpose, and uncertainty all at the same time. This three-part series explores the emotional journey of caregiving, with a focus on resilience, grief, perseverance, and meaning. Participants will gain practical tools and supportive insight to help them navigate caregiving with greater compassion for themselves and their loved one. July

  • The Brain Health Blueprint: A 6-Week Interactive Roadmap to a Healthier Mind: Putting It All Together: Build Your Personal Brain Health Plan (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Your brain health is shaped by the habits you build every day. In this engaging six-week series, participants will explore the key lifestyle factors that research shows support memory, thinking, and long-term cognitive wellness. Using the Brain Health Blueprint framework, each session focuses on one pillar of brain health, helping participants understand how everyday choices—such

  • MindFit: Optimize Your Brain Health

    Susi Q Senior Center 380 Third Street, Laguna Beach, United States

    Brain health can be fun, social, and interactive. In this one-hour session, participants will actively play games, puzzles, trivia, and other brain-boosting activities designed to support memory, attention, problem-solving, and mental flexibility. This class offers a lively, hands-on way to stay mentally engaged while connecting with others and having fun. Call (949) 464-6645 to RSVP

  • Know the Signs: When to Seek Help for Memory Concerns

    Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United States

    It can be hard to know when memory changes are something to watch and when they should be discussed with a doctor. This class will review common warning signs of cognitive decline and explain why early evaluation is important. Participants will learn how to prepare for a medical appointment and what steps to take if

  • Are You Good to Go?

    Ivy Park of Wellington, 24962 Calle Aragon, Laguna Woods, CA 92637

    Have you had the important conversations with your loved ones necessary to ensure they know your wishes in the event of serious or terminal illness? Planning for serious illness provides a gift of peace of mind for you, and those you love. This program will discuss how you can anticipate and identify your wishes, ensure

  • Efecto del sueno en tu vida (Spanish)

    Ponderosa Park 320 E Orangewood Ave., Anaheim, CA, United States

    Aprenda cómo el sueño afecta al cerebro y desarrolle su propia rutina de sueño saludable para mejorar la función cerebral basado en conocimiento científicos y comprobados.

  • El Sueño y la Memoria (Spanish)

    UDW - United Domestic Workers of America 333 W. Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Aprenda cómo el sueño afecta al cerebro y desarrolle su propia rutina de sueño saludable para mejorar la función cerebral basado en conocimiento científicos y comprobados.

  • Brain Under Pressure: How Stress Affects Thinking, Memory, and Aging (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Stress is something everyone experiences—but what is it actually doing to our brain and body? Participants will learn how stress affects memory, thinking, and emotions, and what happens in the brain during both short-term and long-term stress. We’ll explore why some stress can be helpful, when it becomes harmful, and how it impacts overall health

  • Interfaith Outreach Service

    St. Timothy Catholic Church 29102 Crown Valley Pwky, Laguna Niguel, CA, United States

    St. Timothy Catholic Church and Alzheimer's Orange County Invite you to a specially adapted interfaith religious service for individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related disorders and their families & caregivers. For any questions regarding our program or to RSVP, please contact Joan Walker at: churchworker@aol.com or at 714-292-6148 or Patty Mouton at: patty.mouton@alzoc.org download flyer

  • 11 Tips to Live Alone Successfully

    Orange Senior Center 170 S. Olive Street, Orange, CA, United States

    Living alone with memory changes can bring both independence and challenges. This class will share practical tips to support safety, organization, daily routines, medication management, and connection. Participants will learn strategies that can help individuals remain as independent as possible while planning for changing needs. Call (714) 538-9633 to RSVP Presented by Kim Bailey, MSG

  • Still Here: Relationships, Identity, and Meaning After Dementia Diagnosis (Online)

    Online Webinar

    A dementia diagnosis can change daily life, but it does not erase who a person is. This class explores how individuals can preserve identity, relationships, purpose, and meaningful connection after diagnosis. Participants will learn ways to support dignity, communication, and quality of life throughout the journey. Presented by: Stephen L. Benson, Psy.D., ABPP  

  • Diabetes, Hipertensión y la Memoria (Spanish)

    Ponderosa Park 320 E Orangewood Ave., Anaheim, CA, United States

    Descubra cómo cuidar su salud fortalece su memoria y bienestar. Aprenda estrategias prácticas para mantener su mente activa y prevenir el deterioro cognitivo, aunque viva con diabetes o hipertensión.

  • El Estrés y la Memoria (Spanish)

    Miraloma Family Center 2600 E Miraloma Way, Anaheim, CA, United States

    Aprenda cómo el estrés crónico afecta la memoria y qué estrategias puede implementar para proteger su salud mental y cognitiva.

  • Creating a Safe Home

    Costa Mesa Senior Center 695 W 19th St., Costa Mesa, CA, United States

    The home environment plays an important role in safety, independence, and peace of mind. This class will review common household risks for older adults and individuals living with memory changes. Participants will learn simple modifications, safety strategies, and practical tools to help create a more supportive living space. Call (714) 327-7550 to RSVP Presented by

  • Finding Meaning in Caregiving: A 3-Part Series (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Caregiving can bring love, grief, stress, purpose, and uncertainty all at the same time. This three-part series explores the emotional journey of caregiving, with a focus on resilience, grief, perseverance, and meaning. Participants will gain practical tools and supportive insight to help them navigate caregiving with greater compassion for themselves and their loved one. July

  • Not Just Alzheimer’s: Other Types of Dementia (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, but it is not the only one. This class will introduce other forms of dementia, such as Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Participants will learn how symptoms may differ, why diagnosis matters, and how care approaches may need to be adjusted. Presented by

  • El Sueño y la Memoria (Spanish)

    Abrazar Midway Community Center 14900 Park Lane, Midway City, CA, United States

    Aprenda cómo el sueño afecta al cerebro y desarrolle su propia rutina de sueño saludable para mejorar la función cerebral basado en conocimiento científicos y comprobados.

  • Yes We Can: The High Road of Healthcare (Online)

    Online Webinar

    This class explores cannabis through the lens of brain health, aging, and stress, while helping participants understand potential benefits and risks and feel more prepared to have informed conversations with their healthcare provider. Presented by Dr. Neal H. Patel

  • La Risa es la Mejor Medicina (Spanish)

    Southwest Senior Center 2201 W McFadden, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Fortalezca su memoria a través de manera natural con el poder de la risa La sesión ofrece ejercicios prácticos, recomendaciones de estilo de vida y recursos accesibles para mantener su mente activa cada día.

  • Train Your Brain: Fun Games for Better Focus and Memory

    Susi Q Senior Center 380 Third Street, Laguna Beach, United States

    Keeping the brain active is an important part of healthy aging. This class will explore simple ways to challenge the mind, support memory, and stay mentally engaged. Participants will learn practical brain-training activities, lifestyle habits, and everyday strategies that can be used at home. Call (949) 464-6645 to RSVP Presented by Deborah Morse, MSG  

  • Mind Matters: The Role of Heart Health

    Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United States

    The health of the heart and brain are closely connected. This class will explore how blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetes, movement, and other cardiovascular factors can influence cognitive health. Participants will learn practical steps to support both heart health and brain health through everyday lifestyle choices. Call (949) 470-3062 to RSVP Presented by Deborah Morse, MSG

  • Navegando las dinámicas familiares (Spanish)

    Serve the People Community Health Center - Santa Ana 1206 17th St., Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Adquiera estrategias efectivas para manejar conflictos y fomentar una colaboración armoniosa entre los miembros de la familia mientras cuidan a un ser querido con demencia.

  • Train Your Brain: Fun Games for Better Focus and Memory

    Lakeview Senior Center, 20 Lake Rd, Irvine, CA 92604

    Keeping the brain active is an important part of healthy aging. This class will explore simple ways to challenge the mind, support memory, and stay mentally engaged. Participants will learn practical brain-training activities, lifestyle habits, and everyday strategies that can be used at home. Call (949) 724-6900 to RSVP Presented by Deborah Morse, MSG  

  • Memories in the Making: Facilitator Training (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Are you passionate about helping individuals with dementia find joy and connection through art? Take the next step by becoming a certified facilitator for Memories in the Making, an innovative program that uses creative expression to unlock memories and emotions. What is Memories in the Making? Memories in the Making is a unique art program

  • Finding Meaning in Caregiving: A 3-Part Series (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Caregiving can bring love, grief, stress, purpose, and uncertainty all at the same time. This three-part series explores the emotional journey of caregiving, with a focus on resilience, grief, perseverance, and meaning. Participants will gain practical tools and supportive insight to help them navigate caregiving with greater compassion for themselves and their loved one. July

  • Not Just Alzheimer’s: Other Types of Dementia

    OASIS Senior Center 801 Narcissus Ave., Corona del Mar, CA, United States

    Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, but it is not the only one. This class will introduce other forms of dementia, such as Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Participants will learn how symptoms may differ, why diagnosis matters, and how care approaches may need to be adjusted. Call (949)

  • MindFit: Optimize Your Brain Health

    Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United States

    Join us weekly, on Thursdays, from July 30th to September 3rd for MindFit. Brain health can be fun, social, and interactive. In this one-hour session, participants will actively play games, puzzles, trivia, and other brain-boosting activities designed to support memory, attention, problem-solving, and mental flexibility. This class offers a lively, hands-on way to stay mentally

  • Mind Your Mood: Stress, Emotions, and Brain Health

    Sea Country Senior & Community Center 24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA, United States

    Mood, stress, and emotional well-being all play an important role in brain health. This class will explore how depression, anxiety, loneliness, and chronic stress can affect memory and thinking. Participants will learn practical strategies to support emotional wellness and recognize when additional help may be needed. Call (949) 425-5151 to RSVP Presented by Deborah Morse,

  • Sensory Perspective: How Dementia Alters Perception (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Dementia can change more than memory—it can also affect how a person sees, hears, feels, and interprets the world around them. These sensory and perception changes can influence behavior, communication, and safety. This class will help caregivers better understand the person’s experience and respond with empathy, environmental support, and practical strategies. Register   Presented by

  • Sensory Perspective: How Dementia Changes Senses

    Mount Of Olives Adult Day Program 24772 Chrisanta Dr Building H, Mission Viejo, CA 92691

    Dementia can change more than memory—it can also affect how a person sees, hears, feels, and interprets the world around them. These sensory and perception changes can influence behavior, communication, and safety. This class will help caregivers better understand the person’s experience and respond with empathy, environmental support, and practical strategies. Email Lauren.weiss@alzoc.org to reserve

  • The Language of Dementia: Communication Skills for Caregivers (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Communication often changes as dementia progresses, creating confusion, frustration, and emotional strain for both caregivers and those living with the disease. This four-part series explores practical strategies to help caregivers adapt their communication style, respond to changing abilities, and maintain meaningful connection at every stage of the dementia journey. Thursday, August 6 10:00a-11:00a Session 1

  • El Estrés y la Memoria (Spanish)

    Ponderosa Park 320 E Orangewood Ave., Anaheim, CA, United States

    Aprenda cómo el estrés crónico afecta la memoria y qué estrategias puede implementar para proteger su salud mental y cognitiva.

  • El Estrés y la Memoria (Spanish)

    UDW - United Domestic Workers of America 333 W. Civic Center Dr., Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Aprenda cómo el estrés crónico afecta la memoria y qué estrategias puede implementar para proteger su salud mental y cognitiva.

  • Technology and the Brain: Understanding Memory in a Digital World (Online)

    Online Webinar

    This class explores the relationship between technology use, attention, memory, and cognitive health across the lifespan. Participants will examine the origins and limitations of the term “digital dementia,” review current evidence on technology use and cognitive outcomes in older adults, and learn how digital tools can function as external memory supports for individuals with mild

  • Train Your Brain: Fun Games For Better Focus and Memory

    Town & Country Senior Living 555 E Memory Ln, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Join us for an interactive class designed to keep your mind active, engaged, and challenged. Participants will play fun brain games that support focus, memory, problem-solving, and mental flexibility while learning simple ways to keep the brain stimulated in everyday life. To RSVP Call: (714) 547-7581 Presented by Lauren Weiss download flyer

  • MindFit: Optimize Your Brain Heatlh

    Susi Q Senior Center 380 Third Street, Laguna Beach, United States

    Brain health can be fun, social, and interactive. In this one-hour session, participants will actively play games, puzzles, trivia, and other brain-boosting activities designed to support memory, attention, problem-solving, and mental flexibility. This class offers a lively, hands-on way to stay mentally engaged while connecting with others and having fun. Call (949) 464-6645 to RSVP

  • The Language of Dementia: Communication Skills for Caregivers (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Communication often changes as dementia progresses, creating confusion, frustration, and emotional strain for both caregivers and those living with the disease. This four-part series explores practical strategies to help caregivers adapt their communication style, respond to changing abilities, and maintain meaningful connection at every stage of the dementia journey. Thursday, August 6 10:00a-11:00a Session 1

  • Not Just Alzheimer’s: Other Types of Dementia

    Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United States

    Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia, but it is not the only one. This class will introduce other forms of dementia, such as Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. Participants will learn how symptoms may differ, why diagnosis matters, and how care approaches may need to be adjusted. Call (949)

  • ¿Qué es la Pérdida de la Memoria? (Spanish)

    Miraloma Family Center 2600 E Miraloma Way, Anaheim, CA, United States

    Olvidar nombres, extraviar llaves o confundirse momentáneamente puede ser parte del envejecimiento o un signo temprano de demencia. No toda demencia es Alzheimer. Conocer las diferencias es clave para una mejor planificación y manejo.

  • Managing Caregiver Stress

    Costa Mesa Senior Center 695 W 19th St., Costa Mesa, CA, United States

    Caregiving can be meaningful, but it can also bring stress, exhaustion, guilt, and emotional overwhelm. This class will help caregivers recognize common signs of stress and understand how ongoing stress can affect their health and well-being. Participants will learn practical tools for coping, setting boundaries, asking for help, and caring for themselves while caring for

  • Becoming a Resilient Care Partner (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Caring for someone with dementia can be rewarding, challenging, and emotionally complex. This class will explore what resilience means in caregiving and how care partners can strengthen their ability to cope with stress and change. Participants will learn practical strategies for self-care, emotional regulation, and maintaining connection while caregiving. Register   Presented by Dr. Miriam

  • 11 Tips to Live Alone Successfully (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Living alone with memory changes can bring both independence and challenges. This class will share practical tips to support safety, organization, daily routines, medication management, and connection. Participants will learn strategies that can help individuals remain as independent as possible while planning for changing needs. Presented by Kristen Maahs-Kolberg Thank you to our community partner:

  • Navigating Loneliness as We Age

    Orange Senior Center 170 S. Olive Street, Orange, CA, United States

    Loneliness and social isolation can affect emotional health, physical health, and cognitive well-being. This class will explore why meaningful connection is important as we age and what barriers can make connection more difficult. Participants will learn practical ways to build relationships, stay engaged, and reduce isolation. Call (714) 538-9633 to RSVP Presented by Lauren Weiss

  • The Language of Dementia: Communication Skills for Caregivers (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Communication often changes as dementia progresses, creating confusion, frustration, and emotional strain for both caregivers and those living with the disease. This four-part series explores practical strategies to help caregivers adapt their communication style, respond to changing abilities, and maintain meaningful connection at every stage of the dementia journey. Thursday, August 6 10:00a-11:00a Session 1

  • Brain Myths Busted: What’s True, What’s Not, and What to Do

    Lakeview Senior Center - Craft Room 20 Lake Rd, Irvine, CA, United States

    There is a lot of information out there about memory, aging, and brain health—but not all of it is true. This class will separate common myths from facts and explain what really supports cognitive wellness. Participants will learn practical, research-informed steps they can take to support brain health at any age. Call (949) 724-6900 to

  • Understanding and Managing Common Challenging Behaviors (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Changes in behavior are common in dementia and often reflect an unmet need, discomfort, or difficulty communicating. This class will help caregivers better understand why challenging behaviors may occur and how to respond with patience and compassion. Participants will learn practical strategies to reduce frustration, improve communication, and support safety. Presented by Kim Bailey, MSG

  • El Sueño y su Memoria (Spanish)

    Southwest Senior Center 2201 W McFadden, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Aprenda cómo el sueño afecta al cerebro y desarrolle su propia rutina de sueño saludable para mejorar la función cerebral basado en conocimiento científicos y comprobados.

  • Digital Overload: Protecting Your Brain in a Tech-Heavy World

    Susi Q Senior Center 380 Third Street, Laguna Beach, United States

    Technology is part of everyday life, but constant notifications, screen time, and digital multitasking can affect focus, sleep, stress, and memory. This class will explore how digital habits may impact brain health and emotional well-being. Participants will learn simple strategies to create healthier boundaries with technology and support better attention and rest. Call (949) 464-6645

  • Brain Myths Busted: What’s True, What’s Not, and What to Do

    Trabuco Senior Center 5701 Trabuco Rd., Irvine, CA, United States

    There is a lot of information out there about memory, aging, and brain health—but not all of it is true. This class will separate common myths from facts and explain what really supports cognitive wellness. Participants will learn practical, research-informed steps they can take to support brain health at any age. Call (949) 724-7300 to

  • The Language of Dementia: Communication Skills for Caregivers (Online)

    Online Webinar

    Communication often changes as dementia progresses, creating confusion, frustration, and emotional strain for both caregivers and those living with the disease. This four-part series explores practical strategies to help caregivers adapt their communication style, respond to changing abilities, and maintain meaningful connection at every stage of the dementia journey. Thursday, August 6 10:00a-11:00a Session 1

  • Continuum of Care: Navigating Resources

    Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United States

    Care needs can change over time, and understanding available options can help families plan ahead. This class will explain the continuum of care, including in-home care, adult day programs, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, palliative care, and hospice. Participants will learn how to match care options to changing needs, safety concerns, and family circumstances.

  • El Estrés y la Memoria (Spanish)

    Online Webinar

    Aprenda cómo el estrés crónico afecta la memoria y qué estrategias puede implementar para proteger su salud mental y cognitiva.