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Dr. Christina Chen will address how chronic loneliness can increase the risk of developing memory loss conditions like Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias, and the biological and behavioral mechanisms behind this risk.  She will include positive methods for changing a state of loneliness with the goal of maintaining brain health as well as improving […]

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LIVE, Interactive Training2 CE credits Course Description: This general course explores the critical impact dementia and related illnesses have on a person’s ability to communicate. As dementia progresses, communication abilities often change, requiring care partners and professionals to adjust their approach. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the many ways individuals living with dementia […]

Hosted and Sponsored by: Sponsor: Location: National Council of Jewish Women – New York241 West 72 Street New York, NY 10023 Presenter: Leah Daly MPH, CHES Senior Manager, Educational Programs and Services, AFA Special Guest Presenter: Dasha Kiper MA, MSW Director of Caregiver Support, Renewal Memory Partners After receiving her MA in clinical psychology from […]

Dr. Leipzig will speak to us on what caregivers should be doing for their preventive health and how to prioritize what makes sense for our loved ones,  including an update on Alzheimer’s prevention and testing. Speaker: ROSANNE M. LEIPZIG, MD, PhD Rosanne M. Leipzig, MD, PhD , is an internationally recognized leader in Geriatrics and an emerita […]

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General Course2 CE creditsLIVE, Interactive Webinar Course Description: When people think of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease is often the first condition that comes to mind; however, many other illnesses fall under […]

Blood Tests for Alzheimer's Disease and dementia: a caregiver's guide Dr. Koppel will give an overview of the available and emerging blood tests being employed in clinical trials that are now […]

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General Course2 CE creditsLIVE, Interactive Webinar 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 disease […]

Free Clinical Course 2 CE credits Location: The Bristal Assisted Living at Massapequa 400 County Line Rd. Massapequa, NY 11758 Course Description: When recalling past events, we may struggle to […]

Location: Capitol Hill, Washington, DC AFA’s Alzheimer’s Advocacy Day brings volunteers together from across America to advocate for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses on Capitol Hill. […]

Which Legal Documents Are Needed When Alzheimer’s Touches Your Family? There may come a time when you or a loved one has Alzheimer’s. Regardless of the stage, it can take […]

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General Course2 CE creditsLIVE, Interactive Webinar Course Description: In this general course, participants will learn about the cognitive and behavioral symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia that can cause a […]

Free General Course 2 CE credits Location: 305 West End Assisted LivingNew York, NY 10023 Course Description: The environments we create have a powerful impact on how individuals living with dementia […]