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.
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Eighty-six (86) 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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Join us next Wed, Aug 24, for our #AFAEAT: Wisconsin. https://alzfdn.org/event/educating-america-tour-wisconsin-2/
Among the speakers is Janet Weigel, CDP, who helps care partners evaluate areas of the home for daily living that may need adjustments as dementia progresses.
#alzheimers #wisconsin #caregiver
Memory screenings are something everyone should get--even if you're not experiencing memory loss symptoms.
Learn more about the benefits of memory screening (and how to get one for free) here: https://alzfdn.org/memory-screening-2/virtual-memory-screenings/
#brainhealth #memoryscreening #memory #cognitivehealth
Still Time to Register! Join us for our final Fireside Chat, Aug. 15, 1 PM, ET, “Health Care Disparities for the Elderly,” with Allison Reiss, MD.
Learn more at https://alzfdn.org/event/afa-fireside-chat-healthcare-for-the-elderly/
#alzheimersawareness #Alzheimers #afafiresidechat #dementia #ageism #elderlycare
Join us in the AFA Teal Room now for a care partner activity, a Broadway and golden oldies music performance with The Caravan of Angels: alzfdn.org/afatealroom
The Caravan of Angels Foundation is a nonprofit organization that makes theater more accessible by bringing professional singers out into the community to perform a variety of familiar Broadway and well-known songs. Let’s unwind with some music while enjoying some reminiscence and fun!
Looking for more virtual care partner activities? Check out the AFA Teal Room library *anytime* for art, music, fitness, nature-based programming, and more: alzfdn.org/afatealroom
#alzfdn #AFATealRoom #alzheimersawareness #alzheimers #dementia #dementiacare #dementiaawareness #caregiver #caregiversupport #music
Join us next Wednesday, August 24, for our Educating America Tour: Wisconsin. alzfdn.org/event/educating-america-tour-wisconsin-2/
Among the speakers is Janet Weigel, CDP, from Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin, who helps care partners evaluate areas of the home for daily living that may need adjustments as dementia progresses. Applying safety measures at home helps prevent falls and keeps your loved one safe and able to live more independently longer.
Save your spot here: alzfdn.org/event/educating-america-tour-wisconsin-2/
#alzheimers #wisconsin #caregiver #AFAEAT #alzfdn #alzheimersawareness #carepartner #dementia #homesafety
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Memory screenings are something everyone should get--even if you're not experiencing memory loss symptoms.
Learn more about the benefits of memory screening (and how to get one for free) here: alzfdn.org/memory-screening-2/virtual-memory-screenings/
#brainhealth #memoryscreening #memory #cognitivehealth #alzheimersawareness #alzheimers #dementia #dementiacare #alzfdn
Virtual Memory Screenings | Alzheimer's Foundation of America
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AFA offers free virtual memory screenings which allow individuals to receive one-on-one, confidential memory screenings from a qualified professional using their computer, smart phone or tablet. This ...
Still Time to Register! Join us for our final Fireside Chat, Aug. 15, 1 PM, ET, “Health Care Disparities for the Elderly,” with Allison Reiss, MD, Associate Professor of Medicine, NYU LI School of Medicine, and AFA Medical, Scientific, & Memory Screening Advisory Board Member.
Age is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, and older Americans are one of the fastest growing demographics in the country. What impact will this have on our healthcare system? How does ageism deter older Americans from getting memory screenings? What are the harmful effects of isolation as we get older?
Learn more at alzfdn.org/event/afa-fireside-chat-healthcare-for-the-elderly/
#alzheimersawareness #Alzheimers #afafiresidechat #dementia #ageism #elderlycare
AFA Fireside Chat: Health Care Disparities for the Elderly | Alzheimer's Foundation of America
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Episode 8: Health Care Disparities for the Elderly Age is a risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease, and older Americans are one of the fastest growing demographics in the country. The Administration fo...
