AFA Events
Display-AFA Quilt to Remember |
Feel the warmth of the AFA Quilt to Remember, the nation’s first, grand-scale quilt that pays tribute to people with dementia. Includes quilt panels contributed by area residents. Free. Open to public. For more information about the quilt, click here. |
“Understanding Dementia Care” Seminar for Healthcare Providers |
AFA and Senior Helpers are co-sponsoring this interactive session featuring dementia care expert Teepa Snow, which will focus on successful interaction strategies to provide help to people with dementia. Attendees can earn up to three continuing education (CE) contact hours; fee. Includes display of AFA Quilt to Remember. For more information and to register, click here. |
“Understanding Dementia Care” Seminar for Family Caregivers |
AFA and Senior Helpers are co-sponsoring this free educational event for care providers and family members. Dementia care expert Teepa Snow will discuss how to have a positive and meaningful relationship with loved ones with dementia. Respite care available. Includes display of AFA Quilt to Remember. For more information and to register, click here. |
Care Connection Teleconference |
This free teleconference is designed for both family caregivers and professional caregivers of individuals with dementia. Janelle J. Christensen, Ph.D., M.P.H, interim grants administrator, Alzheimer's Community Care, Palm Beach, FL, will discuss "Coping in the Face of Natural Disasters." Call toll-free: 877-232-2992. Guest identification number: 271004# |
Five Boroughs Concepts in Care Conference |
AFA presents a free, care-focused educational conference for family and professional caregivers and individuals with Alzheimer’s disease. Includes exhibit hall, memory screenings, AFA Quilt to Remember display and Virtual Dementia Tour™. For more information and to register, call 866.232.8484. |
Care Connection Teleconference
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This free teleconference is designed for both family caregivers and professional caregivers of individuals with dementia. Carole Larkin, MAG, CMC, CDP, EICS, geriatric care manager, ThirdAge Services, Dallas, TX, will discuss "How You Say It Matters: The Impact of a Caregiver's Approach." Call toll-free: 877-232-2992. Guest identification number: 271004# |
Care Connection Teleconference
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This free teleconference is designed for both family caregivers and professional caregivers of individuals with dementia. Joseph Potocny, who has Alzheimer's disease and is the author of "Living with Alzheimer's: A Conversation If You Will," and his wife, Lynn, will candidly share their experience with Alzheimer's disease. Call toll-free: 877-232-2992. Guest identification number: 271004# |
Care Connection Teleconference |
This free teleconference is designed for both family caregivers and professional caregivers of individuals with dementia. Joy Walker, hospice worker, bereavement counselor, and author of "Three Years and Thirteen Dumpsters" will discuss "Living Choices at the End of Life." Call toll-free: 877-232-2992. Guest identification number: 271004# |
Past Events
Past AFA Events Photos
Fourth Annual For the Love of George
Chicago, IL
Seventh Annual For the Love of George
New York City, NY
Sixth Annual Care on the Fairways Golf Tournament
New York - Honoring UBS's Harvey Wolf
Third Annual for the Love of George Cocktail Party
West Palm Beach, FL
Together for Care Cocktail Reception
Honoring Howard Applebaum and Jeffrey Greener
Sixth Annual For the Love of George Cocktail Party & Concert
New York City, NY
Second Annual For the Love of George Cocktail Party & Concert
Nashville, TN
Second Annual Care on the Fairways Golf Tournament
Nashville, TN
Alzheimer's Foundation of America 866.AFA.8484
www.alzfdn.org