The Alzheimer’s Association, Western and Central Washington Chapter, will hold a town hall meeting from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 21 to highlight – and solicit feedback on – public policy priorities, including the National Alzheimer’s Plan.

The event, which also will include a discussion of a new initiative to improve health care for “dual eligibles,” older and disabled Washingtonians who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, will be held at Swedish Hospital, 751 N.E. Blakely Drive, Issaquah.

Community members, including those living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias, their caregivers, and elected officials and representatives from federal, state, and local government as well as the research, health and long-term care communities are invited to come, learn, and share their thoughts.

The town hall will include a panel reflecting the breadth and depth of the Alzheimer’s experience. The Alzheimer’s Association’s objective is to educate the public, solicit input, and provide an opportunity for the community to interact with elected leaders. All public input will be recorded and used to inform the Association’s work in advancing public policy priorities to better meet the needs of individuals, families, and communities as they cope with the devastating emotional and economic effects of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.