The Mesquite Department of Athletics and Leisure Services is hosting a free Alzheimer’s seminar conducted by Ann Murphy, who has been a spokesperson for the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation for several years.

It is scheduled Thursday, May 17, from noon to 1:30 p.m.

There is no cure at this time for Alzheimer’s: prevention is the key. Learn about the four pillars of Alzheimer’s prevention, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. Ann will discuss the power of brain aerobics. Learn the SA TA NA MA kriyia, which studies have shown greatly improves brain function. Information provided by the Alzheimer’s Research and Prevention Foundation.

Murphy also teaches Body Sculpting, Yoga, Pilates, and sometimes, Water Aerobics at the Recreation Center. Seating is limited to 24 people. Pre-registration is required. This will be held at the Recreation Center Conference room.

There will be a special presentation by instructor Michelle Woods on her class “COGNITION” a class formulated to develop the most important muscle; THE BRAIN!!

For more information on this and other programs please contact the Department of Athletics & Leisure Services at (702) 346-8732. Register for youth and adult programs online at:

www.mesquitenv.gov for more information and to stay connected via social media on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MesquiteNVRecreation or at the Administrative Offices located at 100 W. Old Mill Road.

For more information about this event and other programs please down load the app, it’s available for iOS or Android devices at http://tour.mesquitenv.gov/.