Events

1.5 continuing education (general course) credits available Individuals with Alzheimer’s and other types of neurodegenerative diseases can experience occasional to frequent instances of agitation or aggression. Many may assume the […]

This presentation will explore the unique challenges of providing dental care to individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias (ADRD) while providing effective strategies to create a supportive and understanding […]

2 continuing education (clinical course) credits available When people think of dementia, many times the first thing that comes to mind is Alzheimer’s disease. In this general course, participants will […]

Eisenhower Park - Field 6 1899 Park Blvd. East Meadow, NY 11554 When it comes to Alzheimer's, no one should have to walk alone. And thanks to people like you, […]

Harvard Club of New York City35 West 44th Street, New York, NY 10036 Women have a greater lifetime risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, and account for two-thirds of individuals living […]

HEARING LOSS AND DEMENTIA: FROM PUBLIC HEALTH TO CLINICAL INSIGHTS Dr. Nicholas Reed will discuss recent research on how hearing loss is related to dementia and whether treatment can delay […]

AFA Education & Resource Center322 8th Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001 The Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA), New York City Councilmember Erik Bottcher, and New York State Senator […]

2 continuing education (social and cultural competence) credits available In American society, LGBTQ+ individuals have been marginalized and discriminated against, thus increasing the vulnerability and susceptibility of morbidity and mortality. […]

Hosted by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Professional Leadership Council Making Memories Fall Social 2024 Wednesday, October 16th, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EDT Seven24 Collective, 362 W 13th St, […]

Seven24 Collective362 W 13th StreetNew York, NY 10014 Join AFA's Professional Leadership Council for an evening of cocktails and bites while we celebrate and recognize the support of our young […]

New York Academy of Medicine 1216 5th Avenue New York, NY 10029 Many of us see the impact of Alzheimer’s disease firsthand in our personal lives and in our practices. […]

The Caregiver Trifecta: Empowering Families to Plan for Personhood, Dignity and Connection at Every Stage of Care Every family caregiver needs a care team to help carry out a plan […]

The Intricate Tapestry of Family Dynamics in Dementia Care 2.5 CE credits for social workers, certified case managers and other professions accepting social work credits. IN-PERSON EVENT The Watermark at […]

The Urgency and Challenge of Self-Care Self-care is critical to preserving our body, our mind and our spirit. We'll discuss why dementia caregivers specifically need to protect and care for themselves and why so many find it truly challenging and even burdensome to do so. SPEAKER: Dasha Kiper, MA Clinical Trainer, Renewal Memory Partners Author, […]

2 continuing education (clinical course) credits available Research and social awareness have made great strides in identifying how psychological trauma and chronic stress can cause mental illness and impact brain health. This in turn, can increase the risk of dementia. Research also suggests a bidirectional relationship between PTSD and dementia, meaning not only has PTSD […]

A Comprehensive Look at Fall Prevention: How to Age in Place with Grace MAUREEN BURKE, OTR/L Maureen Burke, a practicing occupational therapist, will focus on falls, the greatest threat to the independence of older adults. She’ll discuss the facts, dangerous areas of your home and simple strategies to reduce fall risk. A graduate of the […]

2 continuing education (general course) credits available In this course participants will learn about the cognitive and behavioral symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease that can result in a person getting lost when attempting to find their way or achieve a goal. This can happen at any stage of the disease. Participants will also explore common reasons […]

Dementia & Chronic Illness: Evidence and MIND Diet Strategies Health educator and nutrition professional Gregory Lafortune, MS, RDN, L.D., will speak about chronic disease, especially diabetes, as it relates to dementia. He will also share his expertise on specific nutritional guides to assist us in easily adjusting our everyday food intake to support a healthy […]

2 continuing education (clinical) credits available Course Description: In American society, older adults with a substance use disorder can experience stigma and ageism. This can result in a lack of attention from healthcare providers, family, and loved ones. Ageism has even led to fewer assessment tools and effective treatments that are specific to older adults. […]

A healthcare provider team is an integral part of dementia care and a valuable resource for family care partners. This episode will explain the importance of a healthcare provider team, how it helps and supports the person living with dementia and their families, and steps family care partners should take to maximize the benefits it […]

Location: Northwood Hills Baptist Church, 3463 Highway 69N, Northport, AL 35473 6 CE Credits and Certification as an AFA Dementia Care Partner Hosted and Sponsored by: Area Agency on Aging West Alabama AFA Partners in Care: Supporting Individuals Living with Dementia seeks to equip myriad health care professionals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed […]

In this episode, you will learn about what blood-based biomarkers can and cannot tell you about your health, why they matter when it comes to dementia, and the role they play in early detection, treatment, and scientific research towards a cure. Speaker: George Perry, PhD Professor & Semmes Foundation Distinguished University Chair in Neurobiology, University […]

BRAIN DONATION: WHAT WE LEARN FROM EXAMINING THE BRAIN Dr. Arline Faustin will give an overview of dementia and what neuropathologists look for/find in donated brains at autopsy. She will discuss how respectfully the body and brain are handled, what is done with the brain after the report is finalized, as well as the future […]

Hilton Jackson Hotel1001 East County Line RoadJackson, MS 39211 Click here to download a printable version of the event agenda above.

2 continuing education (cultural competence) credits available Course Description: Despite the progress we’ve made towards the eradication of racial inequality, racial health disparities remain. Recent studies have shown there is a higher rate of Alzheimer’s disease among BIPOC, particularly African Americans and Latinos, but why is this? In this LIVE INTERACTIVE webinar we discuss social […]

This episode will discuss the potential impacts that blood-based biomarkers have for the future of dementia diagnosis and care, from diagnostic blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease and improved early detection tools to potential new treatments. Speaker: George Perry, PhD Professor & Semmes Foundation Distinguished University Chair in Neurobiology, University of Texas at San Antonio Member, […]

2.5 CE creditsPresenter: Jennifer Reeder, LCSWLocation: Inspir Carnegie Hill1802 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10128 Course Description: Studies have shown that many older adults with untreated depression can develop cognitive deficits very similar to dementia. This condition was given the term “pseudo-dementia” by Professor Leslie Kiloh in 1961. Further research has indicated that depression, especially […]

Sheraton Albuquerque Uptown Hotel 2600 Louisiana Boulevard, NE Albuquerque, NM 87110

Advances in Treating Alzheimer’s Disease: Moving Toward a Breakthrough Dr. Allison Reiss, an internal medicine physician, educator and molecular biologist, will discuss current available Alzheimer’s disease therapies, lifestyle modifications that can preserve cognition, and new tools and approaches that are giving us a better understanding of the mechanisms underlying the development of Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. […]

2 CE credits Presenter: Leah Daly, MPH Location: The Watermark at Brooklyn Heights 21 Clark St., Brooklyn, NY 11201 Course Description: Individuals with Alzheimer’s and other types of neurodegenerative diseases can experience occasional to frequent instances of agitation or aggression. Many may assume the person can control such behaviors, yet this is not the case. […]

LIVE INTERACTIVE Webinar 2 CE Credits Available Course Description: Individuals with Alzheimer’s and other types of neurodegenerative diseases can experience occasional to frequent instances of agitation or aggression. Many may assume the person can control such behaviors, yet this is not the case. Neurodegenerative diseases affect the ability to comprehend situations and effectively communicate. By […]

“Just because dementia has come into your life doesn’t mean that joy has to go out.” This episode will discuss the importance of developing a person-centered care plan which incorporates the values of personhood, dignity, and connection, and finding ways to create meaningful moments with a loved one despite dementia’s impact. Guest: Katie Brandt, MM […]

Family Dynamics in Dementia Care  What comprises a family can look different for many, yet there is a shared understanding that family members rely on each other for emotional, physical, and economic support. Families are one of the primary sources of relationship security and stress. When someone in the family receives a diagnosis of a […]

LIVE INTERACTIVE Webinar 2 CE Credits Available Course Description: This is the companion training to AFA’s introductory course “Reframing Agitation and Aggression as Responsive Behaviors”. We encourage all attendees to have first taken the introductory course “Reframing Agitation and Aggression as Responsive Behaviors”. In this advanced course, we will dive deeper into actionable steps for […]

Join us in our NYC office for conversation, bites and drinks! We will be offering participants the opportunity experience some of AFA’s most meaningful programs, AFA’s Virtual Reality Dementia program and AFA’s dementia friendly apartment. AFA’s VR program allows you to dive into the world of Harry and experience life through his eyes as he […]

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SLEEP AND DEMENTIA Dr. Mehrdad Ayati will explain the changes in sleep patterns that come with aging, especially with dementia. He will share information about the brain's circadian rhythm, changes […]

SLEEP AND DEMENTIA Dr. Mehrdad Ayati will explain the changes in sleep patterns that come with aging, especially with dementia. He will share information about the brain's circadian rhythm, changes […]

LIVE INTERACTIVE Webinar 2 CE Credits Available Course Description: For most, sexual health is an uncomfortable, or worse, unspoken topic. The reluctance to discuss this breeds shame and misinformation among […]

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322 8th Avenue, FL 7 Could your thrift store finds make you rich? Did grandma leave you more than you expected in her jewelry box? Find out at this event! Join the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, as well as our partners VNS Health and Paper Moon Moves, for a one-of-a-kind event. We will be offering […]

322 8th Avenue, FL 7 Could your thrift store finds make you rich? Did grandma leave you more than you expected in her jewelry box? Find out at this event! Join the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, as well as our partners VNS Health and Paper Moon Moves, for a one-of-a-kind event. We will be offering […]

Inspir at Carnegie Hill, 1802 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10128 2.5 CE credits Course description: In this cultural competence workshop, participants will learn about the intersection between dementia and the LGBTQ+ community, by utilizing a historical lens that highlights ongoing health and healthcare disparities experienced by the community. Participants will then receive an overview […]

Inspir at Carnegie Hill, 1802 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10128 2.5 CE credits Course description: In this cultural competence workshop, participants will learn about the intersection between dementia and the LGBTQ+ community, by utilizing a historical lens that highlights ongoing health and healthcare disparities experienced by the community. Participants will then receive an overview […]

Challenging Behaviors in People with Dementia Dr. Linda Ercoli will talk about the types of challenging behaviors that can occur in people with Alzheimer’s disease, and other types of dementia, the impact of those behaviors on caregivers, and evidence-based strategies to reduce those behaviors. Speaker: Linda Ercoli, PhD Interim Director, UCLA Longevity Center

Challenging Behaviors in People with Dementia Dr. Linda Ercoli will talk about the types of challenging behaviors that can occur in people with Alzheimer’s disease, and other types of dementia, the impact of those behaviors on caregivers, and evidence-based strategies to reduce those behaviors. Speaker: Linda Ercoli, PhD Interim Director, UCLA Longevity Center

LIVE INTERACTIVE Webinar 2 CE Credits Available Course Description: Throughout the history of the colonizing of the land known presently as the United States, from the introduction of the trans-Atlantic slave trade to present day health disparities, Black/African Americans have suffered from intentional and unintentional harm. The effects of the profoundly cruel chattel slavery system […]

This AFA Fireside Chat explains the different legal tools available to help families make their financial care plans and why it’s never too soon to start. Speaker:Richard Courtney, Esq., CELAFounding Partner, Frascogna Courtney, PLLC

Mild Cognitive Impairment: What Is It and How Does It Relate to Alzheimer’s Disease? Join Dr. Nathaniel Chin for an engaging and informative webinar on Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), where he will explain what MCI is and how it differs from normal aging, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Chin will walk through the diagnositc process, […]

Mild Cognitive Impairment: What Is It and How Does It Relate to Alzheimer’s Disease? Join Dr. Nathaniel Chin for an engaging and informative webinar on Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), where he will explain what MCI is and how it differs from normal aging, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Chin will walk through the diagnositc process, […]

Mild Cognitive Impairment: What Is It and How Does It Relate to Alzheimer’s Disease? Join Dr. Nathaniel Chin for an engaging and informative webinar on Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), where he will explain what MCI is and how it differs from normal aging, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Chin will walk through the diagnositc process, […]

LIVE INTERACTIVE Webinar 2 CE Credits Available Course Description: This general course describes the early signs and symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease, risk factors, and cognitive and neuropsychiatric symptoms. Participants will then learn how the disease can affect everyone differently based on factors like a person’s physical health, social psychology, history of trauma, their environment, and […]

Traumatic Brain Injury and Dementia - Are They Related? Dr. Charles Bernick will discuss the different types of Traumatic Brain Injury, talk about the effect of repetitive injuries to brain health in later life, and share the results of his 15+ year study following sports professionals and brain trauma. Speaker: Charles Bernick, MD, MPH Senior Director, Cognitive Disorders […]

LIVE INTERACTIVE Webinar 2 CE Credits Available Course Description: When remembering past events, sometimes it is difficult to recall details, yet the emotions we experienced at that time come flooding back. Triggered by our five senses -- the smells, sights, sounds, tastes, and feelings teleport us back like it is happening in the here and […]

LGBTQ+ older adults have lived through eras marked by both profound injustice and courageous resilience. Their life stories reflect decades of shifting social attitudes, political struggles, and cultural milestones—experiences that […]

LIVE INTERACTIVE Webinar 1.5 CE Credits Available Course Description: Curating a multi-faceted dementia friendly environment is a foundational principle of providing well rounded memory care for individuals living with Alzheimer's […]

Barriers to care, including geography, accessibility, language, and cultural, can cause communities to become medically underserved. This AFA Fireside Chat will discuss common barriers that cause communities to become medically […]

Location: AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center, 149 Schleigel Boulevard, Amityville, NY 11701 Celebrate Grandparents Appreciation Month at AFA’s new Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center with a day […]

LGBTQ+ older adults have lived through eras marked by both profound injustice and courageous resilience. Their life stories reflect decades of shifting social attitudes, political struggles, and cultural milestones—experiences that […]

LIVE INTERACTIVE Webinar 2 CE Credits Available Course Description: What comprises a family can look different for many, yet there is a shared understanding that family members rely on each […]

Hosted by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Professional Leadership Council Seven24 Collective, 362 W 13th St, New York, NY 10014, USA Join the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) for an […]

Location: Bristal Assisted Living at Westbury 117 Post Ave. Westbury, NY 11590 2 CE Credits Available Course Description: In U.S. society, LGBTQ+ individuals have historically faced marginalization and discrimination. These […]