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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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-six (86) 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 NowTwo great community programs of "note" this week: “I've Got Rhythm” Drum Circle with @BerkoMusicTx at AFA's Education & Resource Center and Afternoon Tea and Entertainment in #AFATheTealRoom with harpist Rita Costanzi at @305WestEnd. View future events at https://t.co/iORVIRA78t
2Take a peak at AFA's new public service video, "Changing the Alzheimer's Story" and let us know what you think!
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A good diet is vital to a person’s health & well-being. When a person w/ dementia won’t/can’t eat, they don’t get the nutrition they need to stay healthy, comfortable & strong. Here are some tips caregivers can use to help people w/ #alzheimers w/ eating: https://t.co/NHMxFFYMwc
Caring for a loved one with #Alzheimers can come at the expense of the caregiver’s quality of life. Being aware of warning signs of caregiver burnout can help caregivers properly manage stress & protect themselves. https://t.co/BzYvGcNvSG #caregiving #alzheimersawareness
