The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Richmond Chapter is offering a series of free virtual education programs for residents of Gloucester, Mathews, Middlesex and New Kent counties who are dealing with family members experiencing dementia.

Each class allows the audience to ask questions and engage with others.

“Words Matter: Effective Communication Strategies” will be held from noon to 1 p.m. on Thursday, April 15. Register at https://action.alz.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Events/alz/MeetingDetails.aspx?productId=73580288.

“Detect and Connect: Understanding Dementia Related Behaviors will be held from 2-3 p.m. on Thursday, April 29. Register at https://action.alz.org/PersonifyEbusiness/Events/alz/MeetingDetails.aspx?productId=73580431.

“Having the Talk: Difficult Conversations” offers ways to talk with the entire family, including the person with signs of dementia, about some challenging and often uncomfortable topics related to Alzheimer’s and dementia. Register at https://actio...