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MCI Keys to Dementia Prevention

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Sep
8
Mon
To
Dec
8
Mon
Sep 8 - Dec 8, 2025
Mondays
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sixty Forward Center
Ames, IA

This 14 week, evidence based course is designed for individuals with mild cognitive issues. Participants are encouraged to adopt simple lifestyle changes to prevent development of dementia.

Registration Details

Registration is closed.

Before registering and providing payment, you'll need to go through a phone screening. Use the registration link to complete the screening form. 

Fees & Payment

The cost of this program is $75 for the 14-week program

Description

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Story County Public Health is offering a 14-week, evidence based course is designed for individuals with mild cognitive issues. The individual is encouraged to take the course with a support person. Participants are encouraged to adopt simple lifestyle changes to prevent development of dementia. 

Participants must be able to live independently, actively take part in goal setting, and understand course materials and class activities.

The cost of this program is $75 for the 14-week program, which includes one-on-one consultations with a pharmacist, dietician, fitness professional and wellness coach.

Learn more about the Brain Health and Hope, KEYS to Dementia Prevention (KEYS) program.

This course is offered thanks to generous support from Mary Greeley Medical Center, Iowa Health & Human Services, and Ames Fitness Center.

Contact

Story County Public Health at 515-233-7510

Schedule & Location

Schedule

This event includes all of the 14 meeting times below.
Date Time Location
1. Mon, September 08 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
2. Mon, September 15 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
3. Mon, September 22 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
4. Mon, September 29 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
5. Mon, October 06 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
6. Mon, October 13 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
7. Mon, October 20 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
8. Mon, October 27 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
9. Mon, November 03 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
10. Mon, November 10 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
11. Mon, November 17 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
12. Mon, November 24 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
13. Mon, December 01 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center
14. Mon, December 08 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM Sixty Forward Center

Location Details

  • Sixty Forward Center
    205 S. Walnut Ave.
    Ames, IA 50010
    Main: 515-233-2906

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