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Media Center
Press Releases 2005
December 16, 2005 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Announces ‘AFA Quilt to Remember’
Goal Includes Lifting Spirits during Holiday Season
NEW YORK, NY— In the spirit of the holiday season, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) today unveiled its plans to bring comfort and hope to Americans with the creation of a national quilt to remember those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses.
November 7, 2005 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to Host National Commemorative Candle Lighting
Hundreds of Ceremonies to Honor Courageous Families Touched by Alzheimer’s Disease
NEW YORK, NY—Jane Marx never knew what it meant to be a “nurturer” until she was reluctantly called into action. An energetic tour guide in New York City who never had children, Marx now bathes, dresses and gets involved in all other aspects of caring for her 87-year-old mother who is in the late stage of Alzheimer’s disease. She has one word to sum up the practical and emotional reality of her role: complex.
November 1, 2005 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Redesigns Caregiver Magazine
New Look Coincides with National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
NEW YORK, NY— Marking the kick off of National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) today unveiled a new name and a new look for its quarterly magazine for caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses—the first publication of its kind.
October 27, 2005 — National Memory Screening Day Offers Free Testing for Memory Concerns
Actress Deidre Hall Urges Public to be Proactive
October 25, 2005 — Phone ‘Support Group' Offers a Connection to Dementia Caregivers
Alzheimer's Foundation Urges Callers to Seek Support during Alzheimer's Awareness Month
October 25, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation of America Offers Post-Hurricane Coping Techniques
October 24, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation Names New Marketing Director
September 15, 2005 — 'Young Hearts' Join Together to Support Alzheimer's Care
Inaugural Event Slated for September 22
September 13, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation Awards Grant for Innovative Care to Eden Alternative
August 31, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation Encourages Hurricane Victims with Alzheimer's Disease to Seek Help
Gulfport, MS Group Refers Callers to National Hotline; Baton Rouge Group Seeks Supplies
August 24, 2005 — New York Conferences Will Offer Support to Alzheimer's Caregivers and Professionals
Actress Deidre Hall Will Share Family's Experience
August 22, 2005 — Unique Teleconference for Dementia Caregivers to Focus on ‘Wandering'
July 26, 2005 — Project Lifesaver Pushes Expansion in U.S. and Abroad to Bring ‘Wanderers' Home Alive
May 9, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation of America and MedicAlert® Announce New ID Bracelet for Alzheimer'S Disease
April 18, 2005 — Florida Conferences Will Offer Support to Alzheimer's Caregivers and Professionals
Actress Deidre Hall Will Share Family's Experience
April 12, 2005 — Groundbreaking Conference to Guide Leaders of Florida-based Alzheimer's Groups
Aging Population Prompts Need for Enhanced Support
April 5, 2005 — Drummer Mickey Hart Touts the Power of Music for Individuals with Alzheimer's Disease
March 29, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation to Present Leadership Awards to Task Force Co-Chairs
March 25, 2005 — Conference Will Educate, Support Growing Population of Alzheimer's Caregivers Actress Deidre Hall Will Share Family's Experience
March 16, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation Announces New Grant for Innovative Care
February 3, 2005 — Dementia Caregivers will Connect via Unique, Ongoing Teleconferences
January 31, 2005 — Roundtable Series Set for Caregivers of the Brain Injured
January 26, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation Urges Steps to Prevent Wandering during Cold Weather
January 21, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation of America and MetLife Form Pilot Program
January 6, 2005 — Roundtable Series Set for Caregivers of the Brain Injured
January 5, 2005 — Alzheimer's Foundation of America Names New Board Members
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