The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America will host a free educational conference tomorrow at the Embassy Suites Hotel New Orleans Convention Center, featuring top local experts in medicine, dementia, and caregiving. CEO Charles Fuschillo says the event, part of the Educating America Tour, aims to inform attendees about healthy aging, early detection, long-term care planning, and local support resources.
“There’s nearly 7 million people that are affected by this disease in the United States and in Louisiana, more than 95,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s Disease. We felt that it was very important to bring this educational conference to the residents of Louisiana,” Fuschillo said.
The tour provides critical information for families and individuals affected by memory concerns. Fuschillo says the focus is on Alzheimer’s education, brain health, wellness, and updates on new therapies and trials.
“The whole goal of this is to empower our participants to learn more about the disease, but also to learn about the services and the support that the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America can give them,” Fuschillo said.
Fuschillo says they will discuss the science of brain aging, transitioning from home to long-term nursing care after dementia diagnosis, and other topics.
“It’s free to attend. Again, it’s Wednesday, April 23rd from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Individuals can go to alzfdn.org/tour to register,” Fuschillo said.
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