New Advances in Alzheimer’s Treatments: Free Virtual Program for Michiganders on Thurs. Jan. 29 Offered by Brown Adult Day Program

Photo courtesy of The Dorothy and Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program | Fun activity at the Brown Center

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Program is suitable for caregivers and advocates of people living with dementia; information provided in conjunction with Alzheimer’s Association.

SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (Jan. 2026) – The Dorothy and Peter Brown Jewish Community Adult Day Program, a day program offering innovative activities and care for metro Detroiters living with dementia, will be offering a free virtual program on the latest treatments available for treating Alzheimer’s Disease. The live webinar on Thurs. Jan. 29 at 2 p.m. will focus on FDA-approved therapies such as Rexulti approved in 2023 and Kisunla approved in 2024, and will also explain how anti-amyloid therapies work, including the benefits and potential side-effects, and the processes for accessing the latest treatments. The program is suitable for caregivers and advocates of people living with dementia. Nearly 7 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease and there are around 11 million unpaid Americans looking after loved ones with the condition. The Michigan Great Lakes Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association says there are more than 202,000 Michiganders living with Alzheimer’s. New Advances in Alzheimer’s Treatment is being presented by a dementia caregiver and advocate Jim Mangi with information provided by the Alzheimer’s Association. The program will highlight resources and support services available through the Alzheimer’s Association and include information on how drug therapies might be financed.

Brown Center Director Debi Banooni said that when someone receives a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s Disease,

it can be very challenging, so it is vital for families to have accurate information on the medications available and their effects on cognition and behavior.

“Also, patients and caregivers need to know that there are people already on their team, people who have been working to improve their lives even before they had any idea of diagnosis,” she said. ‘Scientists and organizations like the Alzheimer’s Association have been carrying out and supporting research into the causes of the disease, new ways it can be tested for and promising novel treatments. There have been many changes in the last 15 years with much good news.”

The Brown Center, which serves people of all religions and races, provides many engaging and enjoyable activities for its members including music, trivia games, art therapy, yoga and other fun games. Importantly, support is also provided to families. The Brown Center, which has locations in Southfield and West Bloomfield, is a partnership between Gesher Human Services and Jewish Senior Life. ​

The Jan. 29 event is generously sponsored by the Dee dee and Michael Perlman Caregivers Fund.  To register for the program, preferably by Jan. 27, email Joanna Dorfman at jdorfman@jslmi.org or call 248.661.6390 ext. 1.

About Gesher Human Services

Gesher Human Services is a non-profit organization providing a bridge to hope and opportunity for people at work, at home, and in the community. It is dedicated to helping people across metro Detroit lead more stable and fulfilling lives through workforce development, career mobility, behavioral health, inclusion programming, and residential services that serve all metro Detroiters while meeting the needs of the Jewish community. The organization works with job seekers, individuals with disabilities, older adults, and the broader community to provide the skills, support, and equitable opportunities necessary for people to succeed. Gesher draws on over 110 years of combined experience to facilitate equitable employment opportunities and enhance mental health outcomes for Metro Detroiters. With a network of almost 500 employees and volunteers across more than 25 locations in southeast Michigan, Gesher delivers a continuum of services and support that directly impacts the lives of nearly 34,000 individuals and families annually. More information at www.geshermi.org.

About Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit

Founded in 1907, Jewish Senior Life of Metropolitan Detroit (JSL) provides six inclusive residential communities with a continuum of care on two campuses in West Bloomfield and Oak Park, Michigan. JSL enhances the lives of older adults, embraces Jewish values, nurtures a sense of community, and celebrates life through innovative enrichment programs and services that support the social, physical, cultural, and spiritual wellness of all participants. JSL is a nonprofit organization that welcomes people of all beliefs and faiths. Visit https://jslmi.org/.