AFA offers a variety of educational materials, support groups and information for family caregivers, as well as training for healthcare professionals. Click here for caregiving resources, and here to learn about our professional training offerings.
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In 2012, the direct costs of caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias was an estimated $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.
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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 program at our member organizations; and our young leadership programs.
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Only a few hrs left to snag tix for @Cubs v @Marlins this Sunday.-discounted seats for #Alzheimers Awareness Day https://t.co/nSXR8OAbgE
Today's the day! If you're heading out to see the Chicago Cubs vs. Miami Marlins at Marlins Park, keep an eye pealed for AFA! It's Alzheimer's Awareness Day.
In need of a little extra support in your caregiving role? Our national toll-free helpline is staffed by licensed social workers who are here to answer questions, refer you to local resources and provide education and support. Call them at 866-232-8484.
We had a great time yesterday with LeadingAge New York, educating people about dementia's ripple effect. To learn more about our training offerings, visit bit.ly/2rS2SpD
Just 9 days left to take advantage of our special Dementia Care Professionals Month discount on the "AFA Partners In Care: Supporting Individuals Living With Dementia" DVD training program. Call 866-232-8484 to take advantage of this special discount.
Learn about AFA's Dementia Care Professionals of America Division and other professional training offerings at: bit.ly/2rS2SpD
Alzheimers » Dementia Care Professionals of America
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AFA recognizes that as number of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease continues to grow, so too does the need for dementia-specific training of our nation’s healthcare professionals. Achieving a nationwide culture of dementia care that is high-quality, empathetic, and person-centered demands…
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Living with dementia: Holding onto memories that make up a life
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A journalist living with a dementia diagnosis recounts how he’s holding onto the memories of his life, despite the condition’s steady progress.
