AFA offers a variety of educational materials, support groups and information for family caregivers, as well as training for healthcare professionals. Click below to learn more about our caregiver resources.
View Caregiving ResourcesThe direct costs of caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias is estimated at over $200 billion. These costs are projected to soar to $1.1 trillion by 2050. AFA awards grants to its member organizations for caregiving services and supports, as well as research toward a cure.
Donate TodayEighty-six (86) percent of the monies we raise goes directly into programs and services such as our National Toll-Free Helpline, which provides counseling, educational information and referrals to local services; our free educational conferences; our National Memory Screening Program; professional education and training; grants for research, respite care and direct care programs at our member organizations; and our young leadership programs.
Donate Now🌺 Happy Mother's Day to all the mothers and mother figures.
➡️ Donate here: https://alzfdn.org/donate/
#alzheimer #mothersday #dementia #donate
➡️ This Friday, May 17th at 1PM ET: Discover Medicare's Annual Wellness Visit secrets! Learn about vital cognitive screenings, early memory issue detection, and how non-Medicare individuals can access screenings.
🔗 Register here: https://shorturl.at/KNQTU
#alzheimer #dementia
🌸 Celebrating Mother’s Day with a Loved One Living with Dementia? Here are 5 Heartwarming Tips! From handmade cards to therapeutic flowers, make the day special. Check out the full article for more ideas!
🔗 Read more: https://ow.ly/P2oG50RAWxR
#mothersday #alzheimers #dementia
➡️ Connect with pros, explore resources, and learn about our partners' services. Drop by for a snack or stay for the whole event — we can't wait to connect!
🔗 Learn more: https://ow.ly/rF6L50RAzQ4
#alzheimer #alzfoundation #nyc #professionals #newyork
➡️ AFA would like to thank David from Ducks For Dementia for raising $1500 during AFA's recent Golf Classic, on May 7, in Jericho, NY. 🐤 David has been an advocate for caregivers and individuals who are battling Alzheimer's and dementia since he was 2 years old, when his dad was diagnosed with early-onset dementia.
➡️ To learn more about David's advocacy journey check out: ducksfordementia.com/about
#Alzheimer #dementia #alzfdn #alzfoundation #brain #cognitive #brainhealth #earlyonset
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Love this! David is awesome! Bravo
➡️ Celebrate the release of our special 'Dancing with Granddad' coloring book by AFA. 📚💙 Designed to spark conversations about Alzheimer’s, this tool guides children through understanding and compassion.
🔗 Order now: shorturl.at/5Btya
#alzheimers #dementia #book #caregiver #reading #children
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Brilliant!
🧠 EXPLORING COGNITIVE HEALTH: Dive into insights on memory loss with Dr. Marc E. Agronin. From hearing challenges to lifestyle factors, uncover the everyday elements shaping your brain's vitality.
🔗 Learn more: //alzfdn.org/preventing-neurocognitive-decline/
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🧠 Our Educating America Tour continues to travel across the country! Check out the remaining tour schedule for 2024 and register to join us at an upcoming stop!
🔗 Register here: alzfdn.org/tour/
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➡️ Did you know Medicare covers cognitive screenings? This event delves into the crucial significance of early memory issue detection. Learn how to access this hidden benefit and prioritize your brain health by registering below.
🔗 Registration link: ow.ly/zSsv50RIo8A
#alzfdn #Alzheimer #dementia #fireside #caregiver #medicare #fireside #alzfoundation
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