Honest Weight Co-Op Presents Inside the Brain: What Alzheimer's Actually Does
Honest Weight Food Co-Op
100 Watervliet Ave
Albany, NY 12206
Wednesday, November 18, 2026
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900
Impact of Alzheimer's - General Audience
Additional Information
Alzheimer's and other dementias are diseases of thebrain, not an inevitable part of getting older. This opening session looks at what's happening inside thebrain: howhealthynerve cells communicate, what changes as Alzheimer's takes hold, and why the disease reaches beyond memory into language, judgment, and mood. Then, learn and practice tools for relaxation through a lens of mindfulness.
Facilitator bios:
Megan Stacey (she/her) is the Albany County Program Manager with the Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York. As a member of the care and support team, she works to connectindividuals with all of the free resources the association provides, including the 24/7 helpline, care consultations, support groups, and educational programs. The Associations Goal is to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. With a strong professional and personal background in memory care, Megan's goal is to ensure that everyone across the northeast facing these diseases- not just those in Albany- know they are not alone.
Barbara Kam has taught Seniors, kids, and their families holistic fitness classes since 2009. She has completed training with the Alzheimer's Association, and is Co-op Member Owner. She regularly volunteers at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center and Albany Med. Her dreams include teaching Yoga wherever it is needed and becoming a BREATH-BODY-MIND teacher.
Walk-ins welcome, regsitration preferred.
Questions? Email Education@HonestWeight.coop
Information
- Delivery Method: In Person
- Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
- Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
- Audience: General Public
- Languages: English
Contact
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Primary Contact:
- 24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900
Register
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Registration Info:
- Registration Opens: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
- Deadline Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Type: Registration Preferred (Not Required)
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Payment Informations:
- Event Fee: Free
Donations accepted and appreciated.
Information
Alzheimer's and other dementias are diseases of thebrain, not an inevitable part of getting older. This opening session looks at what's happening inside thebrain: howhealthynerve cells communicate, what changes as Alzheimer's takes hold, and why the disease reaches beyond memory into language, judgment, and mood. Then, learn and practice tools for relaxation through a lens of mindfulness.
Facilitator bios:
Megan Stacey (she/her) is the Albany County Program Manager with the Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern New York. As a member of the care and support team, she works to connectindividuals with all of the free resources the association provides, including the 24/7 helpline, care consultations, support groups, and educational programs. The Associations Goal is to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. With a strong professional and personal background in memory care, Megan's goal is to ensure that everyone across the northeast facing these diseases- not just those in Albany- know they are not alone.
Barbara Kam has taught Seniors, kids, and their families holistic fitness classes since 2009. She has completed training with the Alzheimer's Association, and is Co-op Member Owner. She regularly volunteers at the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center and Albany Med. Her dreams include teaching Yoga wherever it is needed and becoming a BREATH-BODY-MIND teacher.
Walk-ins welcome, regsitration preferred.
Questions? Email Education@HonestWeight.coop
- Delivery Method: In Person
- Date: Wednesday, November 18, 2026
- Time: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM EDT
- Time Zone: EDT
- Audience: General Public
- Languages: English
Contact
-
Primary Contact:
- 24/7 Helpline: (800) 272-3900
Register
-
Registration Info:
- Registration Opens: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
- Deadline Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Type: Registration Preferred (Not Required)
-
Payment Informations:
- Event Fee: Free
Donations accepted and appreciated.
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