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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The direct costs of caring for people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias is estimated at over $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 toward a cure.
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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 programs at our member organizations; and our young leadership programs.
Donate NowFor the next virtual community class in our Spring Art Series, participants will paint landscapes, using watercolors, inspired by springtime memories. #arttherapy #springartseries #painting #landscapes #alzheimers #alzheimerscare #alzheimersdisease https://www.facebook.com/AlzheimersFoundationofAmerica/videos/263134758015615/
We're in this together. Here's how we're here for you! #alzheimersdisease #alzheimers #alzheimerscare #dementia #caregiving #AFAAlzHelp #coronavirus #COVID19 #coronavirusoutbreak https://youtu.be/jtI5ouVAyug
Today’s virtual community class lets you enjoy the sweet, familiar sounds of #jazz in the comfort of your home through a performance by members of the Anthony Ferrara Jazz Trio! #alzheimersdisease #alzheimers #alzheimerscare #musictherapy #music #dementia https://www.facebook.com/AlzheimersFoundationofAmerica/videos/202069281241534/
Disruptions in daily routines, social isolation & anxiety are all added stressors caused by the #coronavirus, but there are steps #alzheimers #caregivers can take to help reduce #stress & take care of themselves. #alzheimersdisease #dementia #stressrelief https://alzfdn.org/reducing-caregiver-stress-amid-coronavirus-outbreak/?fbclid=IwAR0X92Qn1vmR7Et8JSpCJN58atqD0-vPifBLgVzR-dYd3XetOpGadlL9uPA
Our first #Selfcare Sunday #Caregiver #Stress Reduction Series teaches a variety of techniques to spark up your spirits & enrich your soul. #stressreliever #alzheimers #alzheimerscare #alzheimersdisease #alzfdn #alzheimersfoundationofamerica #caregiving https://www.facebook.com/AlzheimersFoundationofAmerica/videos/653409142141373/
