Memory Matters: Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia

Lunch & Learn
Basic Awareness of Alzheimer’s and Dementia

April 16, 2026

Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging, yet it affects millions of individuals and families. Join us for an informative presentation designed to help you better understand Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

During this session, you will learn the basics of Alzheimer’s and dementia, including how these conditions affect the brain, current methods for diagnosis, and available treatment options. The presentation will also offer practical tips and strategies for maintaining a healthy brain, along with information about helpful resources provided through the Alzheimer’s Association.

Whether you are caring for a loved one, want to be better prepared for the future, or simply desire to learn more, this presentation will provide valuable insights and guidance.

Presenter

Robin Reid
Program Manager, Alzheimer’s Association – Georgia Chapter

Robin Reid serves as a key leader in implementing the Alzheimer’s Association Georgia Chapter’s volunteer-powered program delivery strategy. She builds partnerships that inspire community engagement and supports vital health systems initiatives across a 31-county territory that includes portions of metro Atlanta and Northwest Georgia.

With extensive experience in Atlanta’s nonprofit sector, Robin has spent many years advancing mission-driven work through roles in marketing, fundraising, special events, and volunteer management. She is passionate about connecting people to meaningful causes and strengthening communities.

Before transitioning to the nonprofit world, Robin worked for Atlanta’s NBC affiliate, WXIA-TV (11Alive) as a writer and producer, where she earned a Southeast Emmy Award for her storytelling.