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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Join Sheryl Oleksak, 500 ERYT, for a 4-week chair...
Belvedere Palace Museum, Vienna, Austria – Join FOR LOVE...
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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.
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In this weekend's Activity Tip, Jackie will provide all the tools for you to enjoy a fun indoor s’mores recipe from the comfort of your home! #activitytips #weekendplans #smores #indoor https://www.facebook.com/AlzheimersFoundationofAmerica/videos/5395669427110619
AFA's Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board issues new #COVID19 vaccination recommendation for families affected by Alzheimer's disease. https://alzfdn.org/covid-19-vaccination-urged-for-individuals-living-with-alzheimers-disease-and-family-caregivers/ #COVID #coronavirus #Alzheimersdisease #Alzheimers #dementia #Alzheimerscare #health #pandemic
#Loneliness in #olderadults is a serious health concern which has dramatically increased because of the #COVID19 #pandemic & resulting stay-at-home orders/visitation restrictions. Here's how we can combat this public health crisis: https://alzfdn.org/loneliness-in-older-adults-a-public-health-crisis/ #alzheimers #dementia
Check out the virtual programs happening this week at the AFA Teal Room here: https://alzfdn.org/afatealroom/ #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #alzheimerscare #dementia #activityprogramming #activities #art #music #chairyoga #fitness #wellness
Cognitive impairments, #dementia and other health issues don’t go away because of #COVID19. Here's why you shouldn't neglect routine #health visits during the #pandemic and how using #telehealth can help: alzfdn.org/dont-put-a-hold-on-health/ #COVID #coronavirus #healthcare #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease
In this Activity Tip, Jackie will provide all the tools for you to enjoy a fun indoor s’mores recipe from the comfort of your home!
www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/indoor-smores-recipe-1941607.
#activitytips #weekendplans #smores #indoor
Quick Crafts – Pop in for 10 minutes with Jackie as she demonstrates a quick craft activity.
AFA's Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board issues new COVID-19 vaccination recommendation for families affected by Alzheimer's disease. Read more here: alzfdn.org/covid-19-vaccination-urged-for-individuals-living-with-alzheimers-disease-and-family-c... #COVID19 #COVID #coronavirus #alzheimersdisease #alzheimers #dementia #alzheimerscare #health
Join AFA for Virtual Voyage Wednesday! Every Wednesday evening, we will take you on virtual tours around the world from the comfort of home. Witness the beauty of Asheville’s landscapes and attractions in North Carolina tonight at 7 pm ET. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a virtual voyage!
