The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter, in partnership with the Gaston Alzheimer’s Community, will be hosting the Gaston Caregiver Fair in April. This caregiver resource event will will include exhibits by local businesses and organizations serving the Gaston County area that offer resources for caregivers and area residents. Light refreshments will also be served and the event will include chances to win door prizes as well.
“Whether you provide daily caregiving, participate in decision making, or simply care about a person with the disease — there are resources in every community to help,” said Katherine L. Lambert, CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter. “The Gaston Caregiver Fair is a wonderful opportunity for those impacted by Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia to engage, discover and connect in Gaston County.
Gaston Caregiver Fair
Saturday, April 22 | 9:00-11:00 AM
Myers Memorial United Methodist Church
301 South New Hope Road, Gastonia NC 28054
Exhibitors will be present from organizations and companies that provide services and products for the Alzheimer’s and dementia community. The list of exhibitors is continuing to grow already including:
- Alzheimer’s Association
- Brightstar Care of Gastonia
- Centerwell Senior Primary Care – Gastonia
- Frankie Mae Foundation
- Infinite Beginnings
- Morningside of Gastonia
- Senior Helpers of Gastonia
- United Way Gaston
- Visiting Angels
Other organizations and companies wishing to learn more about exhibiting may send an email to ahabbott@alz.org.
The fair is open to the public, but pre-registration is requested so there is an estimated headcount for materials and food.
or RSVP by phone at 800.272.3900
About Gaston Alzheimer’s Community:
The Gaston Alzheimer’s Community is an online group that provides a place for Alzheimer’s/dementia patients and caregivers in the Gaston area to gather for support, education, and information. Helpful links, websites, events/meetings are posted in their Facebook Group, Gaston Alzheimer’s Community.
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