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.
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For those taking a trip w/ someone w/ #Alzheimers, the normal stresses of traveling can be even more challenging. Following a few easy steps can help #caregivers make the trip as safe, pleasant & comfortable as possible for their loved one. https://t.co/dkhc18E24g @CareDotCom
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“We’re an organization of pet lovers and we recognize the therapeutic value animals hold for individuals of all ages. Specifically when it comes to dementia-related illnesses, there is a variety of ways pet therapy has value.” People PEOPLE Pets #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #caregiving #pettherapy #dogs
Free Therapy Dog Sessions Help Those Affected By Alzheimer's Smile, Engage and Transform
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Alzheimer's Foundation of America's therapy dog classes are free and open to the public“For those taking a trip with someone with Alzheimer’s, the normal stresses of traveling can be even more challenging. Following a few simple, important steps can help caregivers make the trip as safe, pleasant and comfortable as possible for their loved one.” #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #caregiving Care.com
Vacationing with senior parents: 5 tips for a successful family trip
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So you’ve decided to book a family vacation that includes your aging parents. Now you’re wondering how you can make sure the memories you create on the trip are the kind you’ll remember fondly, and not the ones you’ll want to forget. The answer, according to adult children wh...The #NBAAllStar Game is today, but you still have time to form your all-star team for AFA's 3 on 3 Basketball Classic at Farmingdale State College on March 31st. Register at alzfdn.org/3on3basketball/
New dates added for AFA's "Alzheimer's Disease from A to Z" lecture series: Philadelphia, Baton Rouge and Washington, DC. Each program provides information about the signs and symptoms of #Alzheimers, communicating memory concerns and preparing a road map for care. Free, confidential memory screenings are also offered. Click below for program dates and registration. #Alzheimersdisease #caregiving
AFA Lecture Series | Alzheimer's Foundation of America
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AFA’s “Alzheimer’s Disease from A to Z” educational program is designed to help individuals be proactive about their brain health and get information that can help them, regardless if they’re currently affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Each event provides information about the signs and s...
