The Academy of Lifelong Learning welcomes Dr. Chris Votolato for “What’s New in Brain Health” on Monday, June 23 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. in the Grand Cypress Room at The Woodlands at Shell Point Retirement Community.
Dr. Votolato, who is Director of Behavioral Health at Shell Point, will speak about the latest updates in brain health, dementia assessment, and treatment.
In addition to providing on-site service to Shell Point residents, he is passionate about enhancing the future of patient care by participating in ground-breaking research projects. Looking to the future, Dr. Votolato is excited to see progress in the area of Alzheimer’s disease modifying compounds.
“Now all we have is symptom management. But, we currently have several medications in the pipeline that are actually disease modifying, which could significantly alter the course of treatment for this disease,” said Dr. Votolato.
Admission to this informative session is free; however, seating is limited and reservations are required by calling (239) 489-8472.
The Academy of Lifelong Learning at Shell Point is an educational initiative for the residents of the retirement community. The Academy provides approximately 90 classes each semester that encompass a well-rounded curriculum of educational opportunities for senior adults. The Academy of Lifelong Learning at Shell Point was named as one of 2008’s most innovative active aging programs by the International Council on Active Aging, an association that supports professionals who develop wellness/fitness facilities and services for age 50-plus adults.
Shell Point Retirement Community is located in Fort Myers just off Summerlin Road and McGregor Boulevard, two miles before the Sanibel causeway. The community offers retirement living in a resort-style environment with a newly renovated 18-hole championship golf course, salons, restaurants, deep water boating access, and recreational and fitness facilities. To learn more about Shell Point Retirement Community, visit us at www.shellpoint.org or call 1-800-780-1131.
