**Offsite - The program will take place at The Venue, 1794 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington

Join us at The Lexington Venue  for a screening of Taking Care, a documentary following the journey of acclaimed filmmakers Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller Rogen as they navigate the complexities and heartbreak of Lauren’s mother’s advancing Alzheimer’s disease. The film will be followed by a lively talk on Supporting Brain Health in Our Community by Paul Derrickson.

Film runs for 38 minutes. Directed and produced by award-winning filmmaker James Keach, and executive produced by Lauren Miller Rogen and Seth Rogen

Attendance is on a first-come basis. Please register with Lexington Goes Purple to receive follow-up information.

About our speaker:

Paul Derrickson is a social entrepreneur dedicated to improving the lives of older adults. Inspired by personal experience caring for his mother and father-in-law, both of whom had Alzheimer’s disease, Paul has founded several companies focused on aging and cognitive health. His latest venture, Healthy Brain Plan, helps individuals build brain-healthy habits to boost focus and memory while reducing the risk of dementia. Paul also volunteers with the Alzheimer’s Association, where he provides community education on brain health and prevention strategies.

Paul holds a B.A. from Boston College and an MBA from Babson College.

Outside of work, Paul enjoys skiing, hiking, meditation, and foraging wild mushrooms - often transforming his finds into delicious, home-cooked meals.

Presented in partnership with Lexington Goes Purple.

This program is made possible by the generous donors to the Cary Library Foundation.