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.
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The 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.
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Eighty-eight (88) 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 NowIn this virtual class, learn how to create a one-of-a-kind #collage using various clippings and papers found in your home. #arttherapy #dementia #alzheimers #alzheimerscare #alzheimersdisease
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This week’s activity tip focuses on the wonders of #gardening. Here's how you can start your own #garden in your window or yard. #activity #tips #alzheimers #alzheimerscare #alzheimersdisease #dementia #alzfdn #alzheimersfoundationofamerica https://www.facebook.com/AlzheimersFoundationofAmerica/videos/1584343491729775/
Interested in making your home safer for your loved one living w/ #Alzheimers or other #dementia? Watch this quick webinar w/ lots of great tips from Chief Gene Saunders of @ProjectLifesavr. #alzheimersdisease #alzheimerscare #homesafety #safety https://www.facebook.com/AlzheimersFoundationofAmerica/videos/647964152447095/
Help us continue to answer the call! Between today & #GivingTuesdayNow, we're raising funds to extend our Helpline hours to serve more families affected by #Alzheimers in their time of need during the #COVID19 crisis. Every gift helps! #coronavirus http://www.alzfdn.org/donate
For this weekend’s activity tip, we will discover the many ways to make music-listening & singing along more accessible & fun! #activity #tips #singing #virtual #dementia #alzheimers #alzheimerscare #alzheimersdisease #music #karaoke https://www.facebook.com/AlzheimersFoundationofAmerica/videos/819836511872967/?eid=ARCiensLCVZR5TSJPAlsw1Hr8nRHo8em8hR4zQvBJra32iY3P-9yQ3SsF667efXBx0mJFP13LfppYmt6
Join Emily Sharp MA, LCAT, ATR-BC, RYT-200, for some virtual Art Therapy! In this virtual class, Emily will demonstrate how to create a one-of-a-kind collage using various clippings and papers found in your home. You can incorporate writing, painting, drawing, and photographs in your collage. #collage #arttherapy #dementia #Alzheimers #alzheimerscare #alzheimersdisease #ALZFDN #alzheimersfoundationofamerica
Interested in making your home safer for your loved one living with Alzheimer’s or another type of dementia? Tune into this quick webinar with lots of great tips from Chief Gene Saunders, founder and CEO of Project Lifesaver International Headquarters. #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #alzheimerscare #dementia #homesafety #safety
For this week’s Activity Tip, we will be discovering the wonders of gardening. Jackie will inspire you to start your own garden, whether it’s by your window or in your yard! Grab your shovel and let’s start planting! #gardening #activity #tips #alzheimers #alzheimerscare #alzheimersdisease #dementia #alzfdn #alzheimersfoundationofamerica
During this time of uncertainty, caregivers are the powerhouse of compassion and the first to be there, for individuals who need it the most. Today is your day! In this series, AFA’s Manager of Therapeutic Programming, Jackie, MS, R-DMT, will provide a variety of self-care techniques for you to spark up your spirits and enrich your soul. You deserve all the self-care! Thank you for all that you do! #selfcare #caregivers #caregiving #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #alzheimerscare #dementia #alzfdn #alzheimersfoundationofamerica
Join AFA for a music filled virtual performance by the spectacular performers of the Anthony Ferrara Jazz Trio! Enjoy the sweet, familiar sounds of Jazz in the comfort of your home! #jazz #musictherapy #concert #Alzheimers #alzheimerscare #alzheimersdisease #dementia #ALZFDN #alzheimersfoundationofamerica
