LANSING — The Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter has announced its free virtual support groups, education programs and social engagement programs for September.

“Our free support groups, programs and events offer emotional support, provide much-needed information about memory loss and dementia, and help persons with dementia and their care partners find ways to remain socially active,” said Jean Barnas, Alzheimer’s Association program services director. “During such isolating times, these are more important than ever for those facing Alzheimer’s and dementia.”

Upcoming groups, programs and events are listed below. Registration is required by calling 800-272-3900 or visiting alz.org/gmc/virtual.

Education Programs Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Middle Stage, Part 1 of 3, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 10-11:30 a.m. (EDT)

Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Middle Stage, Part 2 of 3, Wednesday, Sept. 2, 10-11:30 a.m. (EDT)

Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Middle Stage, Part 3 of 3, Thursday, Sept. 3, 10-11:30 a.m. (EDT)

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s, Thursday, Sept. 3, 10-11:30 a.m. (EDT)

Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Early Stage, Part 1 of 3, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 6:30-8 p.m. (EDT)

Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Early Stage, Part 2 of 3, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 6:30-8 p.m. (EDT) Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Early Stage, Part 3 of 3, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 6:30-8 p.m. (EDT)

Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial Planning, Wednesday, Sept. 9, 3-4 p.m. (EDT) Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Middle Stage, Part 1 of 3, Thursday, Sept. 10, 6:30-8 p.m. (EDT) Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Middle Stage, Part 2 of 3, Thursday, Sept. 17, 6:30-8 p.m. (EDT) Living With Alzheimer’s: For Caregivers – Middle Stage, Part 3 of 3, Thursday, Sept. 24, 6:30-8 p.m. (EDT) Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: Tips from the Latest Research, Tuesday, Sept. 15, 7-8 p.m. (EDT) Living With Alzheimer’s: For People with Alzheimer’s, Part 1 of 3, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 10 a.m.-noon (EDT)

Living With Alzheimer’s: For People with Alzheimer’s, Part 2 of 3, Thursday, Sept. 17, 10 a.m.-noon (EDT)

Living With Alzheimer’s: For People with Alzheimer’s, Part 3 of 3, Friday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m.-noon (EDT) Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Friday, Sept. 18, 3-4:30 p.m. (EDT)

Understand and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors, Monday, Sept. 21, 10-11:30 a.m. (EDT) Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Lega; Financial Planning, Tuesday, Sept. 22, 5-6:30 p.m. (EDT) Effective Communication Strategies, Thursday, Sept. 24, 6-7:30 p.m. (EDT) Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Tuesday, Sept. 29, 10-11 a.m. (EDT) Social engagement programs Early Stage Social Club at 1-2 p.m. on Sept. 2, Sept. 9, Sept. 16, Sept. 23 and Sept. 30 (EDT), email helplinegmc@alz.org to register ‚ÄúInventing America’s Favorite Cookie‚ with The Henry Ford, Thursday, Sept. 10, 2 p.m. (EDT) North American animals with the Detroit Zoo, Wednesday, Sept. 22, 1-2 p.m. (EDT), email helplinegmc@alz.org to register Support groups Statewide Dial-In (Telephone) Caregiver Support Group, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2-3 p.m. (EDT), email helplinegmcmc@alz.org to register or call 800.272.3900