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.
Donate NowSteve Israel discussing steps gov't can take to improve quality of life for families.#afaeducatingamerica #afacicli
2Dr. Peter Davies giving an update on #Alzheimers research & efforts to find a cure. #afaeducatingamerica #afacicli
3Representatives from AFA member organizations Town of Babylon, EAC Network, and The Bristal Assisted Living talking about some of the programs and services they provide to families affected by Alzheimer's. #afaeducatingamerica #afacicli
AFA Board member and former US Congressman, Steve Israel, talking about steps the federal government can take to improve quality of life for families and caregivers, and the importance of being an advocate. #afaeducatingamerica #afacicli
Our caregiver panel, Bert Brodsky (AFA's Founder & Chairman) and Jared Finkelstein, sharing their stories and giving advice to caregivers. #afaeducatingamerica #afacicli
Dr. Peter Davies giving an update on #Alzheimers research & efforts to find a cure. #afaeducatingamerica #afacicli
