Education – Brain Health
Find out what science can do to lower your risk of developing dementia by attending one of our brain health classes, learn ways to improve your memory with our memory training program or attend one of our seminars on the latest research on Alzheimer’s disease.
Classes and Programs Available
MindFit OC
This program is funded by a grant provided by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)
Research suggests that certain lifestyle factors such as a nutritious diet, exercise, social engagement, and mentally stimulating pursuits might help to reduce the risk of cognitive decline and Alzheimer’s disease. Take action now and find out how to lower the risk by attending one of our brain health classes that are held throughout Orange County.
Mind Your Brain: Strategies for Cognitive Strength at Any Age
This interactive course, based on the latest research from the Cleveland Clinic, provides insights into the six pillars of brain health, age-related changes in memory and learning, possible risks and threats to brain health, and practical steps to protect your brain health and lower your risk of cognitive decline.
Sharpen Your Mind: Memory Tips and Tricks
This fun and interactive session helps attendees to learn some strategies to practice improving memory and ways to maximize brain health. Come play along and challenge your brain!
The Role of Exercise on Cognition
Explore the powerful connection between physical activity and cognitive health. This presentation will feature evidence-based information on how regular exercise can improve brain function, reduce the risk of cognitive decline, and enhance mental well-being.
The Importance of Sleep for Cognition
This presentation focuses on how sleep affects the brain, how much sleep and what kind of sleep adults need for optimal health, and how to develop your own sleep hygiene for better brain function.
Nutrition for a Healthier Mind
Explore age-related changes in memory and learning and how nutrition and diet impact your cognitive health. Learn what foods you should eat and what foods you should avoid for a healthier brain and body.
Mind Checks
Alzheimer’s Orange County is now conducting Mind Checks via Zoom! Mind Checks are cognitive wellness screenings that help to identify possible changes in cognition and thinking in a “first-step” approach. Mind Checks create a baseline for individuals and identify those at risk for cognitive impairment. Mind Checks contribute to early detection and treatment of cognitive decline. Available by appointment. Please call 844-373-4400 to schedule a day and time most convenient for you. Click here to learn more about who and why should consider a screening.
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Nutrition for a Healthier Mind
Fullerton Community Center 340 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, CA, United StatesJoin us for a discussion of age-related changes in memory and learning and how nutrition and diet impact your cognitive health. Learn what foods you should eat and what foods you should avoid for a healthier brain and body. Call (714) 738-6353 to RSVP
Nutrition for a Healthier Mind
Orange Senior Center 170 S. Olive Street, Orange, CA, United StatesJoin us for a discussion of age-related changes in memory and learning and how nutrition and diet impact your cognitive health. Learn what foods you should eat and what foods you should avoid for a healthier brain and body Call to (714) 538-9633 RSVP
The Role of Exercise on Cognition
Yorba Linda Community Center 4501 Casa Loma Ave., Yorba Linda, CA, United StatesExplore the powerful connection between physical activity and cognitive health. This presentation will feature evidence-based information on how regular exercise can improve brain function, reduce the risk of cognitive decline, and enhance mental well-being. Call (714) 961-7181 to RSVP
Nutrición para una mente más sana (Spanish)
Lakeview Senior Center - Craft Room 20 Lake Rd, Irvine, CA, United StatesAcompáñenos a conversar sobre los cambios en la memoria y el aprendizaje relacionados con la edad, y cómo la nutrición y la dieta afectan su salud cognitiva. Aprenda qué alimentos debe comer y cuáles debe evitar para tener un cerebro y un cuerpo más sanos. Llame al (949) 724-6900. Confirme su asistencia.
Brain Fit: Techniques for Memory and Focus (A 2 Week Series)
Susi Q Senior Center 380 Third Street, Laguna Beach, United StatesJoin us for a fun, UCLA Longevity Center evidence-based, two session intensive course that teaches healthy brain lifestyles and enhances memory ability. Must attend both sessions: Session 1 - June 17th Session 2 - June 24th Call (949) 464-6645 to RSVP. Thank you to our co-host: download flyer
Mind Your Brain: 6 Pillars of Brain Health
Online WebinarLearn about the six pillars of brain health, age-related changes in memory and learning, possible risks and threats to brain health, and practical steps to protect your brain health and lower your risk of cognitive decline. Thank you to our co-host:
The Role of Exercise on Cognition
Norman P. Murray Community and Senior Center 24932 Veterans Way, Mission Viejo, CA, United StatesExplore the powerful connection between physical activity and cognitive health. This presentation will feature evidence-based information on how regular exercise can improve brain function, reduce the risk of cognitive decline, and enhance mental well-being. Call (949) 470-3062 to RSVP
Sharpen Your Mind: Memory Tips and Tricks
OASIS Senior Center 801 Narcissus Ave., Corona del Mar, CA, United StatesJoin this fun and interactive session to learn some strategies to practice improving memory and ways to maximize brain health. Come play along and challenge your brain! Call (949) 644-3244 to RSVP download flyer
Brain Fit: Techniques for Memory and Focus (A 2-Week Series)
Susi Q Senior Center 380 Third Street, Laguna Beach, United StatesJoin us for a fun, UCLA Longevity Center evidence-based, two session intensive course that teaches healthy brain lifestyles and enhances memory ability. Must attend both sessions: Session 1 - June 17th Session 2 - June 24th Call (949) 464-6645 to RSVP.
Mind Your Brain: The Six Pillars of Brain Health
Sea Country Senior & Community Center 24602 Aliso Creek Road, Laguna Niguel, CA, United StatesLearn about the six pillars of brain health, age-related changes in memory and learning, possible risks and threats to brain health, and practical steps to protect your brain health and lower your risk of cognitive decline. Call (949) 425-5151 to RSVP
The Role of Exercise on Cognition
Fullerton Community Center 340 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, CA, United StatesExplore the powerful connection between physical activity and cognitive health. This presentation will feature evidence-based information on how regular exercise can improve brain function, reduce the risk of cognitive decline, and enhance mental well-being. Call (714) 738-6353 to RSVP
Mind Your Brain: 6 Pillars of Brain Health
Downtown Anaheim Senior Center 250 E Center St., Anaheim, CA, United StatesLearn about the six pillars of brain health, age-related changes in memory and learning, possible risks and threats to brain health, and practical steps to protect your brain health and lower your risk of cognitive decline. Call 714-765-4510 to RSVP download flyer
Nutrition for a Healthier Mind
Downtown Anaheim Senior Center 250 E Center St., Anaheim, CA, United StatesJoin us for a discussion of age-related changes in memory and learning and how nutrition and diet impact your cognitive health. Learn what foods you should eat and what foods you should avoid for a healthier brain and body. Call 714-765-4510 to RSVP download flyer
The Importance of Sleep for Cognition
Lakeview Senior Center - Craft Room 20 Lake Rd, Irvine, CA, United StatesJoin us for a presentation focusing on how sleep affects the brain, how much sleep and what kind of sleep adults need for optimal health, and how to develop your own sleep hygiene for better brain function. Call (949) 724-6900 to RSVP
Sharpen Your Mind: Memory Tips and Tricks
Lakeview Senior Center - Craft Room 20 Lake Rd, Irvine, CA, United StatesJoin this fun and interactive session to learn some strategies to practice improving memory and ways to maximize brain health. Come play along and challenge your brain! Call (949) 724-6900 to RSVP
The Importance of Sleep for Cognition
Fullerton Community Center 340 W. Commonwealth Ave., Fullerton, CA, United StatesJoin us for a presentation focusing on how sleep affects the brain, how much sleep and what kind of sleep adults need for optimal health, and how to develop your own sleep hygiene for better brain function. Call (714) 738-6353 to RSVP
Sharpen your Mind! Memory Tricks and Teasers
Susi Q Senior Center 380 Third Street, Laguna Beach, United StatesJoin this fun and interactive session to learn some strategies to practice improving memory and ways to maximize brain health. Come play along and challenge your brain! Call (949) 464-6645 to RSVP
The Role of Exercise on Cognition
Anaheim Library-Canyon Hills Branch 400 S Scout Trail, Anaheim, CA, United StatesExplore the powerful connection between physical activity and cognitive health. This presentation will feature evidence-based information on how regular exercise can improve brain function, reduce the risk of cognitive decline, and enhance mental well-being. Thank you to our host:
Nutrition for a Healthier Mind (Online)
Online WebinarJoin us for a discussion of age-related changes in memory and learning and how nutrition and diet impact your cognitive health. Learn what foods you should eat and what foods you should avoid for a healthier brain and body. Thank you to our cohost:
The Importance of Sleep for Cognition
Dorothy Visser Senior Center 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente, CA, United StatesJoin us for a presentation focusing on how sleep affects the brain, how much sleep and what kind of sleep adults need for optimal health, and how to develop your own sleep hygiene for better brain function. Call (949) 498-3322 to RSVP
View our other classes and programs
Alzheimer’s Orange County (ALZOC®) offers hundreds of other classes and workshops for those with memory loss concerns, families, caregivers and the community. Browse our other classes here.
