Consumers interested in experiencing the impact of Alzheimer’s disease can attend a free sensitivity training event Thursday in Roswell.

The event, presented by Atlanta-based Second Wind Dreams, will feature the Virtual Dementia Tour, a 20-minute scientifically proven method of building a greater understanding of dementia through the use of sensory tools and instruction. The non-profit group will hold sessions from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn, 909 Holcomb Bridge Road.

Reservations suggested. Contact: Candice Beaty at Candice@secondwind.org or 678-624-0500.

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