On October 5th, the green plot of land where polo ponies and players compete will be flooded with pinwheel flowers and purple T-shirts. For the fifth consecutive year, The Villages Health will sponsor the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care and research. The Walk is just one of many community events powered by The Villages Health and its passionate team of health and wellness professionals, including Dementia Care Specialist Melissa Denham.
Alzheimer’s and other dementias have become increasingly prevalent, and the numbers are expected to rise as the baby boomer population ages. “There is a great need to support those dealing with dementia, and I want to be able to offer my support,” Denham said. In 2017, she created a program to provide essential education and resources to The Villages Health patients. Having served more than 900 families to date through The Dementia Care Coordination Program, Denham has begun offering the services to non-TVH patients. “I’m grateful that many years ago, TVH allowed me to run with a dream and continue to grow it to where we are today,” Denham said. Visit TheVillagesHealth.com/learning-center to learn more about wellness classes, programs, and events.
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