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 NowSleep deprivation can cause mood shifts, agitation, forgetfulness & irritability. 7-8 hours of sleep a night is important #Scsleepchat
Helpful tips for a good night sleep, especially for those living w/ dementia & their caregivers: https://t.co/NHTrnbhNim #Scsleepchat
Ways to help get a good night's sleep; be active earlier in the day, reduce stimulation at night, limit caffeine intake. #scsleepchat
Read about AFA's recent all-star charity benefit concert supporting services for families living w/ Alzheimer's in @people! #AFATFCJewel.
Reba McEntire Gets Weepy at One-of-a-Kind Benefit Show https://t.co/oQWc1QryG0
With high temperatures expected for many parts of the country today, here are some important tips for caregivers to help stay safe in the heat.
People Magazine just did a great recap of AFA's recent benefit concert which raised funds to support programs and services for families living with Alzheimer's. Thanks once again to Reba McEntire, Lee Ann Womack, Brandy Clark, Martina McBride, Hunter Hayes, Andrea Pearson, William Michael Morgan, Shane Tarleton and the over 400 people who attended for making this such a special and successful event! #AFATFCJewel.
Reba McEntire Gets Weepy at One-of-a-Kind Benefit Show
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You knew it had to be a special concert if Martina McBride was the opening act
HAPPENING NOW: AFA's Partners in Care professional training program in our new Education and Resource Center. You can learn more about AFA's professional training programs here: alzfdn.org/professional-training-and-education/
A great story about a great man who is walking from Atlanta to Washington to raise awareness about Alzheimer's disease and funds to support AFA's programs and services for families living with Alzheimer's disease. Click here to support William Glass: fundraising.alzfdn.org/projects/600-miles-in-30-days-atlanta-to-the-white-house-walk-until-a-cure/
Man walking from Atlanta to D.C. for Alzheimer's Awareness
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William Glass is walking hundreds of miles to raise awareness of Alzheimer's and what he calls a need for better care. This isn't his first time.
Caring for a family member with Alzheimer's can become overwhelming at times, but you don't have to (nor should you) go it alone. There are several different types of respite programs which help give caregivers a break so they can care for themselves. Click below to learn more. Call AFA's national toll-free helpline at 866-232-8484 to find these services in your area.
Getting Help with Caregiving – You Are Not Alone | Alzheimers
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As caregivers, we need a break. Respite refers to rest and relief, a break from the caregiver to care for themselves. Types of respite include: Home Care—skilled care provided at home, often initiated by doctor’s order or hospital stay and administered by medical professionals Home care attendants a...
