Alzheimer's
Foundation of America

Safe Walking: A Strengths-Based Approach to Wandering Wandering has long been associated with terms such as elopement, endangered, aimless, getting lost. Yet the act of walking has so many benefits that need to be promoted: improved circulation, socialization, sense of purpose, just to name a few. Learn how to create positive and caring environments that […]

2 continuing education (general course) credits available Alzheimer’s and other types of neurodegenerative diseases deeply influences a new world of challenges and changes the dynamics of relationships. Although not discussed enough, perceived sexual behaviors can be the most difficult of behaviors to handle because it can make caregivers and family members feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, and […]

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 person can control such behaviors, yet this is not the case. Neurodegenerative diseases affect the ability to comprehend situations and effectively communicate. By reframing agitation […]

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 learn about other types of dementia-related illnesses, including dementia with Lewy bodies, vascular dementia, and frontotemporal dementia. For each dementia, participants will learn about causes, […]

Hosted by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Professional Leadership Council Location:ACME9 Great Jones StNew York, NY 10012 Website link: Alzfdn.org/makingmemories

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. In this cultural competence course, we will learn about the important intersection between dementia and the LGBTQ+ community. This course provides a historical lens that […]

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