Jenna Wells, an assistant professor in the Department of Psychology, will discuss the differences between dementia and Alzheimer’s; how these diseases are diagnosed; and how to tell if your parents are aging “normally”. She also will address risk factors, treatment for dementia, and research on caregiver vulnerability and resilience factors.

Ruth MerleDoyle, work-life program manager in Cornell’s Division of Human Resources, will explain how the Work/Life team can support caregivers. She also will share local Ithaca and other resources that can help regardless of location. There will be time for questions and answers.

For more information, contact ofdd@cornell.edu.