We provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and fund research for better treatment and a cure.
Alzheimer's and dementia don't take a day off, so neither do we. Speak with a licensed social worker seven days a week!
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.
Donate Today🦃 A few minor adaptations can make a big difference in enabling someone with dementia to participate in and enjoy Thanksgiving celebrations.
🔗 Learn more: https://alzfdn.org/6-steps-to-make-thanksgiving-dementia-friendly/
#alzfdn #alzfoundation #alzheimer #dementia #thanksgiving #holidays #caregiver
✍🏼 More stories and even more reasons to donate to http://alzfdn.org/donate.
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🎓 Learn about our annual AFA Teen Scholarships Awareness Scholarships from the link below ⬇️
https://alzfdn.org/young-leaders-of-afa/alzheimers-awareness-scholarship/
#alzfoundation #alzfdn #alzheimer #scholarship #Caregiver
🩵 AFA’s Alzheimer’s & Dementia Online Academy helps dementia care professionals enhance their skills and elevate the level of care they provide to families affected by dementia.
🔗 Click to learn more ➡️ https://training.alzfdn.org/
#alzheimer #dementia #brainhealth #caregiver
🪴 Gardening With Grandma is AFA’s brand new book geared toward children and their families to start the conversation about Alzheimer’s and dementia.
🔗 Link to buy the book: https://ow.ly/iHue50Q8ysc
#alzheimers #childrensbook #dementia #education #caregiver #booklaunch
🩵 We are extraordinarily grateful to everyone who donated to AFA as part of Giving Tuesday. If you weren't able to give Tuesday, you haven't missed your chance to make a difference for families affected by Alzheimer's.
🔗 Donate ➡️ alzfdn.org/givingtuesday/
#alzfdn #donation #Alzheimer #dementia #alzfoundation
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🔥 Join us for a live, interactive webinar training on December 20, from 2 PM - 4 PM, about the association of Psychological Trauma increasing the Risk of Dementia.
➡️ OFFERING 2 CE CREDITS ⬅️
🔗 Link to register: ow.ly/nnVo50Qew14
#alzfdn #azlfoundation #Alzheimer #dementia #webinar
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🕊️ The Alzheimer's Foundation of America is saddened by the loss of former Supreme Court Justice, Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman to serve on the US Supreme Court.
🩵 In 2018, O'Connor revealed in a letter that she had been diagnosed with the beginning stages of dementia, probably Alzheimer's disease. “While the final chapter of my life with dementia may be trying, nothing has diminished my gratitude and deep appreciation for the countless blessings of my life.”
#alzheimers #dementia #AlzheimersAwareness #sandradayoconnor #SupremeCourt #dementiaawareness
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It is incredibly sad to watch a formerly bright, intelligent and talented mind deteriorate. She was an important force, carving out her place in the history of our justice system.
R. I. P. 😭💔
Today marks the 15th anniversary of the issuance of the United States Postal Service postage stamp to Help Stamp OUT Alzheimer's. This awareness raising stamp was unveiled November 30, 2008, with a ceremony at Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore.
#Alzheimers #Dementia #usps #postagestamp #ALZHEIMERSAWARENESSMONTH #AlzheimersAwareness #stampoutalz #curealzheimers
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I didn't know about these. I hope they're readily available at local post offices!
I just can't see buying any stamps other than the Alzheimer's semi-postal fund raising stamps.
Why were these stamps unveiled at Johns Hopkins? Are they the leading research center for Alzheimer's?
Thank you for sharing. The #Alzheimers Disease Research Semipostal Stamp raises both awareness AND funds for critical research! As of the end of September, more than 11 million Alzheimer’s stamps have been sold, raising $1.5+ million. 100 percent of the net amount raised goes directly to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to support research and medical discoveries to advance care and cure. You can purchase stamps online at The Postal Store®: store.usps.com/store/product/buy-stamps/alzheimers-S_564204.
All throughout November, Ferris wheels from coast-to-coast lit up in TEAL to recognize Alzheimer's AwarenessMonth. The Alzheimer's Foundation of Americawishes to thank every landmark across North America for their participation in this vital awareness campaign on behalf of those impacted by Alzheimer's and dementia.
#alzheimersawareness #alzheimersawarenessmonth #alzheimers #alzfdn #lighttheworldinteal #dementia #tealforalz #ferriswheel #landmarks #ferriswheels
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Wow! Very cool. 😊 Sky Wheel in Myrtle Beach.👍
Beautiful!
The ones alongside the water look the best because of the reflection.
These photos are gorgeous. So glad it also helps to bring awareness to a terrible illness.
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