Becky Jones, Treasurer for Chapter 1191 and Rex Carey receiving a plaque for being President of Chapter 1191 for 12 years.

On January 9, Imelda Aguirre, Diversity and Inclusion Manager of Alzheimer’s Dallas and Northeast Texas Chapter presented the NARFE Chapter the subject of memory loss and the warning signs of dementia. Ms. Imelda discussed 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s. After her speech, Ms. Aguirre answered questions concerning dementia. If you feel that your love one is starting to show signs of dementia, contact your primary doctor’s office so that they are aware before the next appointment.

Marie Gardner, Alzheimer’s Association for Ellis County, was also present at our meeting. She meets periodically with caregivers of Alzheimer’s patients in Waxahachie to exchange ideas about treatment of dementia patients. If anyone is interested in attending these meetings in Waxahachie, please call Ms. Gardner at 214-450-3849 for time and place.