Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Statement on FDA Approving First New Alzheimer’s Medication in Nearly 20 Years
(June 7, 2021)—“The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) always holds out hope that new medications, if found to be safe, effective, and approved by the FDA, will become available to help […]
21st of May 2021
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Unveils “The Apartment,” Full-Scale Model Dementia-Friendly Residence
Free Virtual Tour & Online/Print Guide Available as Teaching Tools to Help Families Create Dementia-Friendly Homes (May 21, 2021)—The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) today unveiled The Apartment, a full-scale […]
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Appoints Two New Members to its Board of Directors
Nathan Halegua and Lee Brodsky Bring Business Leadership and Personal Ties to Alzheimer’s Disease to Their New Roles (May 18, 2021)— The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) announced the appointments […]
Wisconsin Physician Receives National Appointment to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Medical, Scientific and Memory Screening Advisory Board
Dr. Nathaniel Chin is the Medical Director for the Wisconsin Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) (May 4, 2021)— The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) announced the appointment of Nathaniel Chin, […]
29th of April 2021
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Inviting Senior Citizens to Get a Free Memory Screening During Older Americans Month
(April 29, 2021)— The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is inviting senior citizens across the country to get a free virtual memory screening this May as part of Older Americans […]
31st of March 2021
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Offers Six Steps to Reduce Caregiver Stress During National Stress Awareness Month
(March 30, 2021)— Stress doesn’t just affect your mood—it can have long-term health impacts as well if you don’t take steps to manage it constructively. For individuals who face the […]
23rd of March 2021
Children’s Book Published by Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Teaches Children About Alzheimer’s Disease
“Dancing with Granddad – An Alzheimer’s Story for Children and Their Families” Available in English and Spanish (March 23, 2021)— To help adults discuss Alzheimer’s disease with young children in […]
19th of February 2021
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Awards $250,000 Grant to NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island to Expand Research to Develop New Alzheimer’s Treatments
New Funding Will Accelerate Research and Expand Participants to Include Those with Mild Cognitive Impairment and Family Members of Individuals with Alzheimer’s (February 18, 2021) — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of […]
18th of February 2021
Support Available for Families Affected by Alzheimer’s in Areas Impacted by Severe Winter Storms
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Helpline Open Seven Days a Week to Provide Support, Assistance and Answers to Questions (February 18, 2021)— With severe winter storms causing significant hardships for millions […]
17th of February 2021
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Awards $50,000 Research Grant to Gateway Community Service Board
Grant Will Help Fund Study Examining Links Between Behavior and Cognitive Function with the Goal of Earlier Detection of Dementia-Related Illnesses (February 17, 2021)- The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) […]
