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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
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AFA Spousal Caregiving Research Study
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AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education and Resource Center
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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 new report from the World Health Organization (WHO) made the strong connection between treating hearing loss and preventing dementia. Marianne G. Gaspary, a hearing instrument specialist at Beltone Chicago, talks about the association between the conditions.
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Report says treating hearing loss can prevent 7% of global dementia cases
A new report from the World Health Organization made the strong connection between treating hearing loss and preventing dementia. Marianne Gaspary, a hearing instrument specialist at Beltone Chicago, joins Dave Savini to talk about the association between the conditions.
NBC News’ Tom Llamas reports about the emerging health crisis 25 years after the attacks of 9/11, the first responders now being diagnosed with dementia. Researchers believe the condition is connected to exposure to toxins at Ground Zero, but dementia is not one of the conditions covered by the World Trade Center Health Program.
www.nbcnews.com/nightly-news/video/9-11-first-responders-push-for-coverage-of-dementia-269673029893
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9/11 first responders push for coverage of dementia
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NBC News’ Tom Llamas reports for the series “The Cost of Denial” about the emerging health crisis 25 years after the attacks of 9/11, the first responders now being diagnosed with dementia. Rese...
Twenty-five years later, the pain of September 11, 2001, remains. So does the remarkable bravery of the first responders, rescue workers, and everyday citizens who ran toward danger. Let us honor the 2,977 souls we lost and support the families and survivors who still carry the weight of that day.
#September11 #neverforget #alzfdn #FirstResponders
Wishing a happy Rosh Hashanah and a sweet New Year to all of those who celebrate.
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What if we stopped thinking about “wandering” as a behavior to manage and started asking what the person may be trying to accomplish?
Join us on Sept 17th in Lynbrook, NY for our in-person CE workshop: "Safe Walking: A Strengths-Based Approach to Wandering."
We’ll explore why people living with dementia may walk, attempt to leave an environment, or become lost or disoriented—and how understanding a person’s life history, routines, needs, and sense of purpose can help us respond differently.
📅 September 17, 2026
🕔 5:00 pm – 7:40 pm ET
📍 The Bristal Assisted Living at Lynbrook
8 Freer St., Lynbrook, NY
To learn more and register: alzfdn.org/event/safe-walking-a-strengths-based-approach-to-wandering-2/
#DementiaCare #ContinuingEducation #Alzheimers #PersonCenteredCare #DementiaEducation #SeniorCare #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/
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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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