Free Presentation Will Offer Tips on Mindful Eating for Memory Care

"Mindful Eating for Memory Care in the African American Community" is the topic of a presentation on Saturday, March 22, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at the Kent County YMCA, 200 Scheeler Road in Chestertown.

Focusing on healthy living strategies for both brain and body, the event will feature two guest presenters, Baltimore chef Heather Smith, shown above left, and Crystal Day-Black, EdD, MSN, shown above right, associate professor in the College of Health Professions at Coppin State University and volunteer community educator for the Alzheimer’s Association - Maryland Chapter. Their topics will include research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement. Cooking and exercise demonstrations also will be featured.

‌‌Originally set for early February but rescheduled for weather-related reasons, this presentation is being offered by Kent County Shore Community Outreach Team and the Rural Health Care Transformation initiative of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) in collaboration with the YMCA, the African American Health Advisory Committee and the Alzheimer’s Association of Maryland. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System.

”This informative program is designed to help individuals maintain their best physical and cognitive health,” said Sandy Wilson-Hypes, Health Education Coordinator for UM SRH. “In addition to the presentations, participants will enjoy a free, light-fare breakfast and have the opportunity to tour the YMCA and learn about programs offered there.”