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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.
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The AFA Helpline
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Phone:
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Text:
(646) 586-5283
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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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Alzheimer's Foundation of America is pleased to announce that the Wilmington Clock Tower in the Port of Los Angeles , has agreed to light up in teal this November 2nd for Alzheimer's Awareness. We thank the Port of Los Angeles for joining in our ever-growing "Light The World In Teal" movement.
For more information on how you can participate in this largest ever light up for Alzheimer's, please visit: www.LightTheWorldInTeal.com
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Isn't It Time For A Cure?
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Exceptional memory in 80s defies simple Alzheimer's genetic risk explanation
Many people assume that some memory decline is an inevitable consequence of getting older. But a select group of older adults, known as "SuperAgers," reach their 80s and 90s while retaining memory performance as good as or better than that of people in their 50s and 60s.
medicalxpress.com/news/2026-07-exceptional-memory-80s-defies-simple.html
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Exceptional memory in 80s defies simple Alzheimer's genetic risk explanation
medicalxpress.com
Many people assume that some memory decline is an inevitable consequence of getting older. But a select group of older adults, known as "SuperAgers," reach their 80s and 90s while retaining memory per...
An Arizona fire department is formally honoring a 14-year-old boy who recently helped save an elderly woman with dementia after she wandered miles off course amid potentially lethal temperatures, saying the teenager demonstrated “heroism … quick thinking and compassion”.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/18/arizona-teen-rescue-woman-dementia-heatwave
#dementia #alzheimers #wandering #caregiving #hero #arizona #alzfdn
Arizona teen hailed for helping save woman with dementia wandering in 103F heat
www.theguardian.com
Fire crew in Gilbert to honor Royal Cothrun, 14, for helping elderly woman who became disoriented amid heatwave
For years, Lewy body dementia remained largely in the shadow of Alzheimer’s . That changed in 2014, when it was revealed that actor and comedian Robin Williams had been living with the disease until he died by suicide at age 63 later that same year. Media mogul Ted Turner’s diagnosis and recent death in May 2026 at 87 from Lewy body dementia once again generated national attention on a disease that affects an estimated 1.4 million Americans.
www.aarp.org/caregiving/medical/caregivers-lewy-body-dementia/?src=psn
#alzheimers #dementia #LewyBody #Diagnosis #caregiving #brain #ALZFDN
What Caregivers Should Know About Lewy Body Dementia
www.aarp.org
The often misunderstood disease comes with unpredictable symptoms and high demands, but peer support can help ease the caregiving burden.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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