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Early-Onset Alzheimer’s: Film and Discussion

FEBRUARY 9, 2016 | WEBSITE SUBMITTED

MyTown Pictures has produced a touching film on the subject of early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease. The film shares one family’s challenges and triumphs and the power of music to enrich and engage the lives of those touched by dementia.

Come join the community in this free screening of His Neighbor Phil, which is followed by a community discussion.

 

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Date
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
2:00PM

Location
Parkshore Retirement Community
1630 43rd Avenue East
Seattle, WA 98112

Details
More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s. Locally, the Art of Alzheimer’s works to “open hearts and minds to a different way of thinking about Alzheimer’s” by bringing attention to those affected by dementia.This free screening of the “His Neighbor Phil” (filmed in the small town of Zumbrota, Minnesota) is about the intersection of family, community, and the struggle with dementia.Proceeds from this event support The Artist Within, a free exhibition and event series at City Hall Lobby Gallery and Anne Focke Gallery, January 7 – February 26, 2016 – 7am – 6pm, Monday – Friday.

Presented by
 
The Art of Alzheimer’s, Full Life Care, NW Center for Creative Aging, and Alzheimer’s Association, Washington Chapter and Parkshore Retirement Community.

 

Topics: Healthcare