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Welcome to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America provides support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and funds research for better treatment and a cure.
If you are one of the nearly 15 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s or caring for someone, you are not alone and we’re here to help.
Help Options
The AFA Helpline
Speak with a licensed social worker
7 days/week,
9am – 9pm ET
Phone:
(866) 232-8484
Text:
(646) 586-5283
Get The Help You Need 24/7
VIRTUAL ASSISTANT
Speak with Allison,
AFA’s Virtual Helpline Assistant.
- A free resource
- Answers to hundreds of questions
- Can create customized Help-Tickets
Intro Video
AFA Spousal Caregiving Research Study
Want to learn more? Are you interested in participating?
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AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education and Resource Center
Join us for community/enrichment programming and memory screening programs!
Learn more »
Featured Programs
Alzheimer’s & Dementia
Online Training Courses
Our online courses and live webinars provide individuals, families and caregivers the knowledge, techniques and best practices needed to care for patients and loved ones. LSWs, certified case workers and other professionals can also earn CE credits for our courses.
Virtual Memory Screenings
Free virtual memory screenings using your computer, smart phone or tablet. Simple, quick and noninvasive, screenings consist of a series of questions to test memory, language, thinking skills and other cognitive functions.
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A Cary, N.C. teenager who turned a personal family challenge into groundbreaking scientific research has earned national recognition for her efforts to advance Alzheimer's disease awareness and early detection.
Kenna Zhang, a recent graduate of Cary Academy, was named the first-place winner in the video category of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America's 2026 Teen Alzheimer's Awareness Scholarship Contest.
abc11.com/post/cary-teen-wins-national-scholarship-alzheimers-research-awareness-efforts/19723502/
#alzheimers #dementia #essay #scholarship #contest #ALZFDN
Cary teen wins national scholarship for Alzheimer's research and awareness efforts
abc11.com
A Cary teenager who turned a personal family challenge into groundbreaking scientific research.
Alzheimer's Foundation of America is pleased to announce that the WVU Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute in Morgantown, WV, has again agreed to light up in teal this November 2nd for Alzheimer's Awareness. We thank the Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute for participating in our ever-growing "Light The World In Teal" movement.
For more information on how you can participate in this largest ever light up for Alzheimer's, please visit: www.LightTheWorldInTeal.com
#alzheimers #dementia #Teal #Awareness #November #ALZFDN
#LightTheWorldInTeal #brainhealth #Rockefeller #Morgantown
#WV #WestVirginia @wvu_rni @wvurni
A vaccine designed to prevent shingles may also be linked to a lower risk of dementia, according to a large study of older adults living in skilled nursing facilities across the United States.
www.newsweek.com/one-17-dementia-cases-could-be-prevented-study-points-vaccine-12370268
#alzheimers #dementia #BrainHealth #vaccine #shingles #risk #research #alzfdn
One in 17 dementia cases could be prevented, study points to one vaccine
www.newsweek.com
A surprising connection emerged in a major study, raising new questions about whether one routine shot could protect the brain.
Commensality – the act of sharing meals – can reduce your risk of depression and dementia.
It sounds almost too good to be true, but one simple change to your eating habits could do wonders for your body and brain. It can reduce your risk of depression and protect you from dementia. It can increase the pleasure you take in your food, and perhaps even cause you to live longer.
www.bbc.com/future/article/20260825-why-eating-in-company-is-good-for-your-brain
#alzheinmers #dementia #aging #BrainHealth #eating #sharing #depression #research #alzfdn BBC
There's something unique about eating together that's good for us
www.bbc.com
Commensality – the act of sharing meals – can reduce your risk of depression and dementia.
Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., Alzheimer's Foundation of America's President/CEO was a featured presenter at the Project Lifesaver International conference in Orlando, FL this week. He spoke about AFA's available resources for public safety agencies to help them better serve families affected by dementia.
#Alzheimers #dementia #ProjectLifesaver #conference #resources #safety #ALZFDN
Alzheimer’s Foundation on X
Kaylie Glenn, founder of the Day By Day Project will be speaking at our free caregiver conference in Cleveland on 7-16
Register: http://alzfdn.org/event/Cleveland-oh/
#alzheimers #dementia #caregiver #alzfdn #cleveland #ohio
Fireworks and gatherings are July 4th staples but can cause challenges for someone with dementia. Follow the F.O.U.R. steps to create a dementia-friendly 4th of July: https://alzfdn.org/f-o-u-r-steps-to-celebrate-july-4th-in-a-dementia-friendly-manner/
#July4th #alzfdn #dementia #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease
Faith-based traditions can be an impactful way to help someone with dementia spark a connection. Alzheimer's TODAY magazine explains how here: https://alzfdn.org/keeping-the-faith/
#dementia #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #alzfdn
We’re honored that our commitment to financial responsibility & transparency resulted in earning Charity Navigator's highest rating for the 11th straight year. Give with confidence & support the fight against Alzheimer's at http://alzfdn.org/donate!
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