Join Phil Shipper, Program Director at Alzheimer’s Assoc. for this presentation focusing on lifestyle habits to improve cognitive health and potentially delay dementia. Designed for all ages, it covers research-based strategies in four key areas—physical health/exercise, diet/nutrition, cognitive activity, and social engagement—to encourage healthy aging.

Phil Shippers is a Program Director for the Alzheimer's Association of Rochester and the Finger Lakes. Phil earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from St. John Fisher University, has a long history of non-profit management, and has worked with a variety of service partners across the state.

Phil and his family have experienced the challenges of Alzheimer's Disease first-hand as caregivers for his mom and dad. Phil is a trained dementia care specialist and oversees staff and volunteers who lead support groups, social activities, education programs, and community outreach activities.