Mount Saint Mary College and its Center on Aging and DIS-Ability Policy, in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, will present “The Healthy Brain Experience: Your Brain, Your Future” on Thursday, November 5.
The free, public event will be held in Guzman Hall on campus and will begin at 5 p.m., with a panel discussion at 6 p.m. The Mount is located at 330 Powell Ave., Newburgh, N.Y. Register online at www.msmc.edu/brain
The evening will bring together students, local advocates, and community members to explore proactive approaches to cognitive wellness and learn about vital support services.
The event will kick off with an interactive resource fair and networking hour. Attendees can connect directly with local organizations dedicated to mind and body wellness, meet representatives from the student-led Aging United organization, and explore community programs.
The formal program begins at 6 p.m., featuring an expert panel discussion alongside presentations on the latest brain health research and an overview of Alzheimer’s Association programs and services. Attendees will also be treated to the premiere screening of a student-produced video highlighting practical, everyday healthy brain habits.
This initiative is supported in part by a grant from the New York State Department of Health.
The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
The Mount is an independent liberal arts institution located in Newburgh, New York, committed to educating leaders through intellectual challenge and dedicated community service.
Established in 2006 and directed by gerontologist Dr. Lawrence T. Force, the Center on Aging and DIS-Ability Policy (CADP) promotes an interdisciplinary approach dedicated to excellence in research, scholarship, policy, and practice across gerontology and disability studies. Serving as a vital community-based resource for the Hudson Valley and beyond, CADP bridges the gap between academic research and practical application by spearheading community initiatives, advising on elder care and policy development, and providing students with hands-on research and leadership opportunities in the fields of aging and disability support.