On Friday, August 16th the Pella Public Library and Crossroads of Pella will be welcoming Dr. Patricia Quinlisk to present the program: KEYS to Dementia Prevention.

According to Dr. Quinlisk, the Center for Disease Control estimates that 40% of all dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease in the community can be prevented. During the program, attendees can learn about the steps and lifestyle changes that can lower your future risk of dementia. Dr. Quinlisk is the Medical Director for the Dementia Prevention Program and Iowa State Epidemiologist Emeritus.

The program will be held Friday morning at 10:30 in the Library’s Meeting Room and is free and open to the public, but registration is encouraged for planning purposes. For more information or to register, contact the library at 641-628-4268.