Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Offers Tips for Families Affected by Alzheimer’s (December 12, 2019)— The holiday season often brings both joy and stress; planning and preparing for holiday celebrations, buying gifts and taking care of other last-minute details can all increase our stress levels. For people caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, who are […]
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Foundation of America Invites High School Seniors to Share Their Alzheimer’s Stories through its Teens for Alzheimer’s Awareness College Scholarship Essay Contest (December 9, 2019) — High school seniors across the country who have been impacted by Alzheimer’s disease are invited to share their experiences to raise awareness and have the chance to earn […]
Read MoreTips for a dementia-friendly holiday celebration from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (December 6, 2019) — Families across the country are getting into the holiday spirit and planning their celebrations. For the more than 5.8 million American families affected by Alzheimer’s disease, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing tips on how to adapt holiday […]
Read More(November 21, 2019) — As one of the busiest travel weekends of the year approaches — the American Automobile Association (AAA) estimates more than 55 million travelers during the Thanksgiving holiday weekend — the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing important tips to families traveling with someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or another dementia-related illness. […]
Read MoreNEW YORK (November 21, 2019) – The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) recommended ways to eliminate barriers to diagnosis, care and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementia-related illnesses to the US Senate Finance Subcommittee on Health. The Senate subcommittee solicited testimony as part of a hearing held during National Alzheimer’s Awareness Month to raise […]
Read More(October 31, 2019) — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is proud to announce that Pam Leonard, LBSW, CDP, Program Director for CJFS (Collat Jewish Family Services) CARES in Birmingham, AL has been named its 2019 “Dementia Care Professional of the Year.” The honor is awarded annually to one individual who demonstrated professional excellence in […]
Read More(October 31, 2019)– With Alzheimer’s Awareness Month beginning November 1st, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is encouraging people to remember four important things about Alzheimer’s disease. “Raising awareness starts from within,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s president & CEO. “As we work together to educate others about Alzheimer’s disease throughout November, there are […]
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Foundation of America Offers Helpful Information for Family Caregivers to Consider to Help Keep Their Loved Ones with Dementia Safe and Comfortable (October 30, 2019) — With Americans getting ready to celebrate Halloween, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is offering safety tips for family caregivers to protect their loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease […]
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Foundation of America extending weekend hours for its National Toll-Free Helpline Starting this Saturday (September 30, 2019): The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is expanding the weekend hours of its National Toll-Free Helpline, starting this Saturday. The helpline, which is available seven days a week, provides individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers with […]
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Foundation of America Offers Emergency Preparedness Tips For Family Caregivers to Help Protect Their Loved Ones With Alzheimer’s NEW YORK (September 3, 2019) — With Hurricane Dorian approaching the southeastern United States, potentially bringing dangerous winds, rain and flooding in the coming days, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) is providing important emergency preparedness […]
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