BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Alzheimer's Foundation of America - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://alzfdn.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Alzheimer's Foundation of America REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T140000 DTSTAMP:20260713T205105Z CREATED:20260625T163726Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T205105Z UID:62005-1786626000-1786629600@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:Care Connection Webinar: Depression or Dementia? Understanding the Differences DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explore how symptoms of depression and dementia can overlap and complicate diagnosis. Participants will learn key similarities and differences between the two conditions\, the risks of misdiagnosis\, and strategies for recognizing when symptoms may be related to depression\, dementia\, or both.  \n\n\n\n\nSpeaker:  Jennifer Reeder\, LCSW\, SIFI Senior Director of Educational & Social Services Alzheimer’s Foundation of America \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/care-connection-webinar-depression-or-dementia-understanding-the-differences/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T161000 DTSTAMP:20260312T142225Z CREATED:20260217T180647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T142225Z UID:61112-1787148000-1787155800@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:Behind the Silence: Addressing Substance Misuse Among Older Adults DESCRIPTION:Clinical Course\n2 CE credits \nLocation: LIVE\, Interactive Webinar \n \n\n\n\nCourse Description: Substance misuse among older adults is a growing yet often overlooked public health concern. This course provides a comprehensive exploration of how alcohol\, prescription medications\, and illicit substances uniquely affect individuals later in life. Participants will examine age-related physiological changes\, co-occurring medical and mental health conditions\, and the complex social factors—such as isolation\, chronic pain\, grief\, and caregiving stress—that can contribute to increased vulnerability. Through case examples\, current research\, and interactive discussion\, attendees will learn to recognize early warning signs of misuse\, differentiate them from typical aging processes\, and assess associated risks such as falls\, cognitive changes\, and medication interactions. The course emphasizes practical\, evidence-informed approaches for screening\, intervention\, and supportive communication. Special attention will be given to trauma-informed care principles\, stigma reduction\, and strategies for engaging families and care partners. Attendees may ask questions\, participate in instructor-led discussions\, engage in case vignette analysis\, and take part in a Q&A session at the end. \n\n\n\nFrom this course attendees will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify common patterns and risk factors for substance misuse among older adults\, including biological\, psychological\, and social contributors.\n\n\n\nRecognize signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug misuse that may be masked by or mistaken for typical age-related changes.\n\n\n\nExplain the potential health consequences of substance misuse in later life\, including impacts on cognition\, chronic disease\, mobility\, and medication safety.\n\n\n\nApply strategies that reduce stigma and enhance access to appropriate treatment\, support services\, and community resources for older adults.\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Description\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 2026 AFA Professional Training Webinar: Behind the Silence: Addressing Substance Misuse Among Older Adults\n \n \n \n 2 CE credits available for social workers licensed in an ASWB accredited state\, as well as New York State licensed social workers. (Please note: New Jersey is not currently covered under our ASWB accreditation\, please check back soon).This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent Date*08/19/2026Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company NameJob TitleEmail*\n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Phone*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Type (Social Workers Only)*LBSWLCSWLMSWN/AThis field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Number (Social Workers Only)*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicensing State (Social Workers Only)*Enter the name of the state which issued your current license.Registration Fee*\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Coupon Credit Card\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n \n \n Month010203040506070809101112\n \n \n \n \n \n Year20262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039204020412042204320442045\n \n \n \n \n Security Code\n \n  \n \n \n Cardholder Name\n \n Billing Address* \n \n Same as Mailing Address\n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Total\n $0.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/behind-the-silence-addressing-substance-misuse-among-older-adults/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260713T191831Z CREATED:20260225T202540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T191831Z UID:61176-1789552800-1789563600@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:2026 Educating Across America Tour: Manchester\, NH DESCRIPTION:2026 Educating Across America Tour: Manchester\, NH Registration Form\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Street AddressCity\, State\, ZIP(Required) \n \n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Please register as:(Required)\n \n Family Caregiver\n \n \n AFA Member Organization\n \n \n Professional - Specify below (Attorney\, Caregiver\, Clinician\, Social Worker\, etc.)\n \n \n General Public\n \n \n Individual with Dementia\n Register as Professional\n \n Doctor/Nurse\n \n \n Professional caregiver\n \n \n Case manager/social worker\n \n \n Attorney\n \n \n Memory care/nursing home staff\n \n \n Other\, please specify\n Register as other:Please describe your profession:How did you hear about our conference?(Required)\n \n AFA Website/Email\n \n \n AFA Newsletter\n \n \n Employer/Colleague\n \n \n Friend/Family Member\n \n \n Social Media (Facebook\, LinkedIn\, Twitter\, etc.)\n \n \n Media outlets (TV\, newspaper\, radio\, etc.)\n \n \n Post Card\n Organization (if applicable)Would your organization/agency like to become an AFA member?(Required)YesNoAlready a memberWould you like to get a free memory screening?(Required)YesNoOnsite screenings are offered on a first come\, first served basis until times slots are filled.Age(Required)18-2425-3435-4445-5455-6465+Prefer not to answerGender(Required)Prefer not to answerManWomanOtherEthnicity(Required)American Indian/Alaska NativeAsianBlack/African AmericanHispanic/LatinoNative Hawaiian/Pacific IslanderWhitePrefer not to answerAre you interested in coming early or staying late to volunteer and help us provide a better experience for attendees?(Required)\n \n Sure\, I'm interested in volunteering at 8:00 AM\n \n \n Sure\, I'm interested in volunteering after the event until 1:30 PM\n \n \n Not at this time\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/2026-educating-across-america-tour-manchester-nh/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T151000 DTSTAMP:20260319T193237Z CREATED:20260312T143108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T193237Z UID:61482-1789563600-1789571400@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:Tapping into the Power of Emotional Memories DESCRIPTION:Clinical Course\n2 CE credits \nLocation: LIVE\, Interactive Webinar \n \n\n\n\nCourse Description: When recalling past events\, we may struggle to remember specific details\, yet the emotions associated with those experiences often remain vivid. For individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease\, emotional memories persist much longer than less emotionally charged short- or long-term memories. These memories can be triggered by the five senses—smells\, sights\, sounds\, tastes\, and touch—transporting the person back to the original experience as if it were happening in the present. This clinical course will explain how emotions\, whether positive or negative\, outlast factual memories and shape the lived experience of individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Understanding this allows care partners and professionals to adapt their approaches by focusing on generating positive emotional experiences and recognizing the enduring influence of emotional life. Participants will also learn practical strategies to tap into emotional memories using the five senses to strengthen connection\, enhance communication\, and promote overall wellbeing. This live interactive webinar encourages engagement throughout. Attendees may ask questions\, participate in instructor-led discussions\, engage in case vignette analysis\, and take part in a Q&A session at the end. \n\n\n\nFrom this course attendees will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nExplain how emotional memories persist longer than factual memories in individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease.\n\n\n\nDescribe how the five senses can trigger emotional memories and influence behavior and experience.\n\n\n\nApply strategies to generate positive emotions and enhance the emotional wellbeing of individuals with dementia.\n\n\n\nAdapt care practices to acknowledge and honor the emotional life of individuals with dementia as a central part of their experience.\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Description\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 2026 AFA Professional Training Webinar: Tapping into the Power of Emotional Memories\n \n \n \n 2 CE credits available for social workers licensed in an ASWB accredited state\, as well as New York State licensed social workers. (Please note: New Jersey is not currently covered under our ASWB accreditation\, please check back soon).This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent Date*09/16/2026Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company NameJob TitleEmail*\n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Phone*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Type (Social Workers Only)*LBSWLCSWLMSWN/AThis field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Number (Social Workers Only)*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicensing State (Social Workers Only)*Enter the name of the state which issued your current license.Registration Fee*\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Coupon Credit Card\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n \n \n Month010203040506070809101112\n \n \n \n \n \n Year20262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039204020412042204320442045\n \n \n \n \n Security Code\n \n  \n \n \n Cardholder Name\n \n Billing Address* \n \n Same as Mailing Address\n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Total\n $0.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/tapping-into-the-power-of-emotional-memories-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260919T143000 DTSTAMP:20260727T195244Z CREATED:20260727T195014Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T195244Z UID:62304-1789815600-1789828200@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:AFA Family Fun Day DESCRIPTION:Location:AFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center\,149 Schleigel Boulevard\, Amityville\, NY 11701 \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nRegister\n\n\n\n\nThe event will be held in the center’s parking lot on Albany Avenue. \n\n\n\nHere’s what’s in store:\n\n\n\n\nChance to explore the Center’s services\, including art activities\n\n\n\nMusic\, games\, snacks\, and ice cream\n\n\n\nFace painting\n\n\n\nFree memory screenings. Limited availability. Contact ccompitello@alzfdn.org to schedule another date\, in-person\, or virtual screenings available.\n\n\n\nRaffle prizes\, including:\n\nGift cards to local restaurants and shops\n\n\n\nGift baskets featuring health and wellness items\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRaffle tickets can be purchased in advance ($10 per ticket or 3 for $25). Click the register/donate button to purchase. \n\n\n\nPlease Note: Photographs will be taken at this public event and may be used by AFA for publicity\, marketing\, and/or fundraising purposes. By attending this public event\, you consent to the possibility that your photo may be taken and used as described. \n\n\n\nWe look forward to seeing you! \n\n\n\nThe Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Team URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/afa-family-fun-day-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T170000 DTSTAMP:20260225T203549Z CREATED:20260225T203519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T203549Z UID:61179-1792569600-1792602000@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:2026 Educating Across America Tour: Little Rock\, AR DESCRIPTION:2026 Educating Across America Tour: Little Rock\, AR Registration Form\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Street AddressCity\, State\, ZIP(Required) \n \n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Please register as:(Required)\n \n Family Caregiver\n \n \n AFA Member Organization\n \n \n Professional - Specify below (Attorney\, Caregiver\, Clinician\, Social Worker\, etc.)\n \n \n General Public\n \n \n Individual with Dementia\n Register as Professional\n \n Doctor/Nurse\n \n \n Professional caregiver\n \n \n Case manager/social worker\n \n \n Attorney\n \n \n Memory care/nursing home staff\n \n \n Other\, please specify\n Register as other:Please describe your profession:How did you hear about our conference?(Required)\n \n AFA Website/Email\n \n \n AFA Newsletter\n \n \n Employer/Colleague\n \n \n Friend/Family Member\n \n \n Social Media (Facebook\, LinkedIn\, Twitter\, etc.)\n \n \n Media outlets (TV\, newspaper\, radio\, etc.)\n \n \n Post Card\n Organization (if applicable)Would your organization/agency like to become an AFA member?(Required)YesNoAlready a memberWould you like to get a free memory screening?(Required)YesNoOnsite screenings are offered on a first come\, first served basis until times slots are filled.Age(Required)18-2425-3435-4445-5455-6465+Prefer not to answerGender(Required)Prefer not to answerManWomanOtherEthnicity(Required)American Indian/Alaska NativeAsianBlack/African AmericanHispanic/LatinoNative Hawaiian/Pacific IslanderWhitePrefer not to answerAre you interested in coming early or staying late to volunteer and help us provide a better experience for attendees?(Required)\n \n Sure\, I'm interested in volunteering at 8:00 AM\n \n \n Sure\, I'm interested in volunteering after the event until 1:30 PM\n \n \n Not at this time\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/2026-educating-across-america-tour-little-rock-ar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T161000 DTSTAMP:20260312T141731Z CREATED:20260312T141259Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T141731Z UID:61471-1792591200-1792599000@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:Understanding Dementia in IDD: Presentation\, Progression\, and Differential Diagnosis DESCRIPTION:General Course\n2 CE credits\nLIVE\, Interactive Webinar \n\n\n\nCourse Description: Dementia can present differently in individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)\, particularly in people with Down syndrome who are at significantly increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease and may experience symptoms earlier than the general population. Early signs are not always memory-based and may instead appear as changes in daily functioning\, communication\, mood\, personality\, and behavior. This course will review how Alzheimer’s disease commonly presents and progresses in individuals with Down syndrome and other IDD\, and will also explore key clinical “red flags” that may suggest Lewy Body dementia or frontotemporal degeneration. Participants will learn practical strategies for establishing baseline functioning\, identifying meaningful changes over time\, ruling out treatable medical causes\, and supporting individuals and caregivers using person-centered and trauma-informed approaches. \n\n\n\nFrom this course attendees will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe why individuals with Down syndrome are at increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease and how dementia may emerge earlier in this population.\n\n\n\nIdentify common early dementia signs in IDD\, including changes in daily living skills\, communication\, mood\, personality\, and behavior.\n\n\n\nDifferentiate Alzheimer’s disease from Lewy Body dementia and frontotemporal degeneration using key clinical features.\n\n\n\nRecognize common medical and mental health conditions that can mimic dementia in IDD and should be ruled out early.\n\n\n\nApply strategies to assess and respond to high-impact responsive behaviors in dementia (e.g.\, toileting-related behaviors\, aggression\, disinhibition) using a trauma-informed approach.\n\n\n\n\n\nFull Course Description URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/understanding-dementia-in-idd-presentation-progression-and-differential-diagnosis/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T161000 DTSTAMP:20260324T171403Z CREATED:20260319T193556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T171403Z UID:61516-1792591200-1792599000@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:Understanding Dementia in IDD: Presentation\, Progression\, and Differential Diagnosis DESCRIPTION:General Course\n2 CE credits\nLIVE\, Interactive Webinar\n \n\n\n\nCourse Description: Dementia can present differently in individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)\, particularly in people with Down syndrome who are at significantly increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease and may experience symptoms earlier than the general population. Early signs are not always memory-based and may instead appear as changes in daily functioning\, communication\, mood\, personality\, and behavior. This course will review how Alzheimer’s disease commonly presents and progresses in individuals with Down syndrome and other IDD\, and will also explore key clinical “red flags” that may suggest Lewy Body dementia or frontotemporal degeneration. Participants will learn practical strategies for establishing baseline functioning\, identifying meaningful changes over time\, ruling out treatable medical causes\, and supporting individuals and caregivers using person-centered and trauma-informed approaches. \n\n\n\nFrom this course attendees will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nDescribe why individuals with Down syndrome are at increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease and how dementia may emerge earlier in this population.\n\n\n\nIdentify common early dementia signs in IDD\, including changes in daily living skills\, communication\, mood\, personality\, and behavior.\n\n\n\nDifferentiate Alzheimer’s disease from Lewy Body dementia and frontotemporal degeneration using key clinical features.\n\n\n\nRecognize common medical and mental health conditions that can mimic dementia in IDD and should be ruled out early.\n\n\n\nApply strategies to assess and respond to high-impact responsive behaviors in dementia (e.g.\, toileting-related behaviors\, aggression\, disinhibition) using a trauma-informed approach.\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Description\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 2026 AFA Professional Training Webinar: Understanding Dementia in IDD: Presentation\, Progression\, and Differential Diagnosis\n \n \n \n 2 CE credits available for social workers licensed in an ASWB accredited state\, as well as New York State licensed social workers. (Please note: New Jersey is not currently covered under our ASWB accreditation\, please check back soon).This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent Date*10/21/2026Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company NameJob TitleEmail*\n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Phone*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Type (Social Workers Only)*LBSWLCSWLMSWN/AThis field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Number (Social Workers Only)*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicensing State (Social Workers Only)*Enter the name of the state which issued your current license.Registration Fee*\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Coupon Credit Card\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n \n \n Month010203040506070809101112\n \n \n \n \n \n Year20262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039204020412042204320442045\n \n \n \n \n Security Code\n \n  \n \n \n Cardholder Name\n \n Billing Address* \n \n Same as Mailing Address\n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Total\n $0.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/understanding-dementia-in-idd-presentation-progression-and-differential-diagnosis-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T160000 DTSTAMP:20260724T144323Z CREATED:20260723T144025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T144323Z UID:62257-1794229200-1794240000@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:Honor & Thrive: Long Island Veteran & Family Resource Day DESCRIPTION:A Free Event for Those Who Served and Their Families\n\n\n\nAFA Barbara Rabinowitz Education & Resource Center149 Schleigel Boulevard\, Amityville\, NY 11701\n\n\n\n631-223-4000\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn proactive steps to protect brain health\n\n\n\nLearn about free services available for those who served and their families\n\n\n\nAsk questions of experts in brain health and veterans services\n\n\n\nFree memory screenings\, blood pressure screenings\, and flu shots provided by Mount Sinai South Nassau\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipating Agencies: New York State Department of Veterans Services New York State Office for the Aging Suffolk County Veterans Service Agency Nassau County Veterans Service Agency Town of Babylon \n\n\n\nProgram Sponsors\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Event Registration: Honor & Thrive: Long Island Veteran & Family Resource Day\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Street AddressCity\, State\, ZIP(Required) \n \n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Organization (if applicable)Please register as:(Required)\n \n Veteran\n \n \n Active duty servicemember\n \n \n Family member of a veteran/active duty servicemember\n \n \n Professional who works with veterans\n \n \n Caregiver\n \n \n Other\n Register as other:Please describe your profession:Are you interested in receiving any of the following at the event (check all that apply)?\n \n Memory screening\n \n \n Blood pressure screening\n \n \n Flu shot\n \n \n Hearing screening\n How did you hear about our conference?(Required)\n \n Through AFA\n \n \n Through a governmental agency (state\, county\, town\, etc.)\n \n \n Through a veterans organization (American Legion\, VFW\, etc.)\n \n \n Friend/Family Member\n \n \n Media outlets (TV\, newspaper\, radio\, etc.)\n \n \n Social Media (Facebook\, LinkedIn\, Twitter\, etc.)\n \n \n Employer/Colleague\n Age(Required)18-2425-3435-4445-5455-6465+Prefer not to answerGender(Required)Prefer not to answerManWomanOtherEthnicity(Required)American Indian/Alaska NativeAsianBlack/African AmericanHispanic/LatinoNative Hawaiian/Pacific IslanderWhitePrefer not to answer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/honor-thrive-long-island-veteran-family-resource-day/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000 DTSTAMP:20260225T204246Z CREATED:20260225T204216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T204246Z UID:61183-1794996000-1795006800@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:2026 Educating Across America Tour: Nashville\, TN Registration Form DESCRIPTION:2026 Educating Across America Tour: Nashville\, TN Registration Form\n \n \n \n Name(Required)\n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n \n Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Street AddressCity\, State\, ZIP(Required) \n \n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Please register as:(Required)\n \n Family Caregiver\n \n \n AFA Member Organization\n \n \n Professional - Specify below (Attorney\, Caregiver\, Clinician\, Social Worker\, etc.)\n \n \n General Public\n \n \n Individual with Dementia\n Register as Professional\n \n Doctor/Nurse\n \n \n Professional caregiver\n \n \n Case manager/social worker\n \n \n Attorney\n \n \n Memory care/nursing home staff\n \n \n Other\, please specify\n Register as other:Please describe your profession:How did you hear about our conference?(Required)\n \n AFA Website/Email\n \n \n AFA Newsletter\n \n \n Employer/Colleague\n \n \n Friend/Family Member\n \n \n Social Media (Facebook\, LinkedIn\, Twitter\, etc.)\n \n \n Media outlets (TV\, newspaper\, radio\, etc.)\n \n \n Post Card\n Organization (if applicable)Would your organization/agency like to become an AFA member?(Required)YesNoAlready a memberWould you like to get a free memory screening?(Required)YesNoOnsite screenings are offered on a first come\, first served basis until times slots are filled.Age(Required)18-2425-3435-4445-5455-6465+Prefer not to answerGender(Required)Prefer not to answerManWomanOtherEthnicity(Required)American Indian/Alaska NativeAsianBlack/African AmericanHispanic/LatinoNative Hawaiian/Pacific IslanderWhitePrefer not to answerAre you interested in coming early or staying late to volunteer and help us provide a better experience for attendees?(Required)\n \n Sure\, I'm interested in volunteering at 8:00 AM\n \n \n Sure\, I'm interested in volunteering after the event until 1:30 PM\n \n \n Not at this time\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/2026-educating-across-america-tour-nashville-tn-registration-form/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T141000 DTSTAMP:20260324T175804Z CREATED:20260323T184929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T175804Z UID:61531-1795003200-1795011000@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:Pseudo-Dementia vs. True Dementia DESCRIPTION:Clinical Course 2 CE credits LIVE\, Interactive Webinar \n\n\n\nCourse Description: Research has shown that many older adults diagnosed with major depressive disorder also experience cognitive deficits that closely resemble dementia. In 1961\, Professor Leslie Kiloh described this phenomenon as “pseudo-dementia.” Later studies\, however\, found that many of these individuals eventually go on to develop dementia\, raising complex challenges for accurate diagnosis and treatment. Older adults and their care teams must often navigate the overlap between depressive symptoms\, age-related cognitive changes\, and psychiatric dementia symptoms such as hallucinations and paranoia. This overlap makes it especially difficult to determine whether an individual is experiencing depression\, dementia\, or a combination of both—leaving professionals\, families\, and individuals themselves uncertain about the true cause of their symptoms. This clinical course will compare the symptoms of depression and dementia and examine the risks and consequences of inaccurate diagnoses. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions throughout the presentation\, engage in instructor-led discussions\, and take part in a Q&A session at the end. \n\n\n\nFrom this course attendees will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nExplain how untreated depressive symptoms in older adults can resemble cognitive symptoms similar to dementia.\n\n\n\nRecognize the challenges in differentiating depression from dementia and the overlap with psychiatric dementia symptoms.\n\n\n\nUnderstand the potential consequences of an inaccurate or delayed diagnosis.\n\n\n\nIdentify nonpharmacological strategies to support older adults experiencing cognitive and mood changes.\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Description\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 2026 AFA Professional Training Webinar: Pseudo-Dementia vs. True Dementia\n \n \n \n 2 CE credits available for social workers licensed in an ASWB accredited state\, as well as New York State licensed social workers. (Please note: New Jersey is not currently covered under our ASWB accreditation\, please check back soon).This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent Date*11/18/2026Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company NameJob TitleEmail*\n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Phone*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Type (Social Workers Only)*LBSWLCSWLMSWN/AThis field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Number (Social Workers Only)*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicensing State (Social Workers Only)*Enter the name of the state which issued your current license.Registration Fee*\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Coupon Credit Card\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n \n \n Month010203040506070809101112\n \n \n \n \n \n Year20262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039204020412042204320442045\n \n \n \n \n Security Code\n \n  \n \n \n Cardholder Name\n \n Billing Address* \n \n Same as Mailing Address\n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Total\n $0.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/pseudo-dementia-vs-true-dementia/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T141000 DTSTAMP:20260324T180351Z CREATED:20260323T190109Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T180351Z UID:61540-1797422400-1797430200@alzfdn.org SUMMARY:Reframing Agitation and Aggression: Practical Applications and Case Analysis DESCRIPTION:General Course 2 CE credits Location: LIVE\, Interactive Webinar \n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Description: This course focuses on practicing how to interpret responsive behaviors\, identify potential triggers\, and select individualized strategies for reducing distress and promoting safety. Attendees will analyze a variety of behavioral expressions—such as agitation\, resistance\, pacing\, verbal outbursts\, and fear-based reactions—to uncover the unmet physical\, social\, or emotional needs that may be driving the behavior. Participants will practice trauma-informed communication approaches\, environmental modifications\, and de-escalation techniques tailored to the unique needs of each individual. This course is fully interactive\, encouraging open discussion\, shared problem-solving\, and hands-on application. By the end of the course\, participants will leave with practical\, person-centered tools to support individuals experiencing distress behaviors and to enhance care outcomes in a wide range of settings. \n\n\n\nFrom this course you will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nAnalyze case vignettes to identify possible triggers and unmet needs underlying responsive behaviors.\n\n\n\nDemonstrate effective\, person-centered approaches for de-escalating agitation and distress in real-world scenarios.\n\n\n\nDevelop individualized response plans—including environmental\, relational\, and procedural strategies—to reduce distress behaviors and prevent escalation.\n\n\n\nEvaluate how caregiver approach\, tone\, body language\, and environmental factors influence behavioral outcomes.\n\n\n\n\n\nCourse Description\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 2026 AFA Professional Training Webinar: Reframing Agitation and Aggression: Practical Applications and Case Analysis\n \n \n \n 2 CE credits available for social workers licensed in an ASWB accredited state\, as well as New York State licensed social workers. (Please note: New Jersey is not currently covered under our ASWB accreditation\, please check back soon).This field is hidden when viewing the formEvent Date*11/18/2026Name*\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Company NameJob TitleEmail*\n \n Address* \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Phone*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Type (Social Workers Only)*LBSWLCSWLMSWN/AThis field is hidden when viewing the formLicense Number (Social Workers Only)*This field is hidden when viewing the formLicensing State (Social Workers Only)*Enter the name of the state which issued your current license.Registration Fee*\n \n \n Price:\n \n \n \n Coupon Credit Card\n American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa\n Card Number\n \n \n \n Expiration Date\n \n \n \n \n Month010203040506070809101112\n \n \n \n \n \n Year20262027202820292030203120322033203420352036203720382039204020412042204320442045\n \n \n \n \n Security Code\n \n  \n \n \n Cardholder Name\n \n Billing Address* \n \n Same as Mailing Address\n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n \n State\n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n \n Total\n $0.00\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://alzfdn.org/event/reframing-agitation-and-aggression-practical-applications-and-case-analysis/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR