January is Alzheimer's Awareness Month and an evening information session entitled, Women and Dementia is being held Wednesday, January 22 from 6:30 to 8:30 at Points West Living, 60 Fireside Gate. 

Featured will be guest speaker Padmaja Genesh  who is a Learning Specialist with a specialized understanding of dementia. She will be discussing the impact of dementia on women, the latest gender-specific research and risk reduction strategies. 

Elder care specialist, Don Peterson highly recommends Genesh and says, "She has some very insightful knowledge and perspective. A very soothing speaker to listen to."

Attendance to the presentation is free. Presented by Alzheimer Society, Connecting Dots and Points West Living.