➡️ Breaking the silence on sexual health and dementia care. Our training equips care partners with essential tools to address intimacy needs and behaviors sensitively. Register today to learn more. 🔗 Link: https://rb.gy/ih63r1 #alzheimers #dementia #professional #health #alzfdn #alzfoundation
Alzheimer's Foundation of America
Non-profit Organization Management
Education, Care, Research - Together we can make a difference!
About us
The Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA)'s mission is ”to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide, and fund research for better treatment and a cure." AFA unites more than 2,000 member organizations from coast-to-coast that are dedicated to meeting the educational, social, emotional and practical needs of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related illnesses, and their caregivers and families. Under AFA's umbrella, these organizations collaborate on education, resources, best practices and advocacy —all resulting in better care for those affected by the disease. AFA believes that by raising awareness of the disease and educating healthcare professionals and the public at large, we will: help remove the fear and denial surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses, lead to early detection and proper treatment, prompt greater utilization of community resources and ultimately improve quality of life.
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http://www.alzfdn.org
External link for Alzheimer's Foundation of America
- Industry
- Non-profit Organization Management
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- New York
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2002
- Specialties
- Advocacy, Dementia Care Professionals Training, Student (Teens and College) Programs and Resources, Social Services Counseling, and Educating America Tour
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Primary
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322 Eighth Avenue, 16th Floor
New York, 10001, US
Employees at Alzheimer's Foundation of America
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The Alzheimer's Foundation of America is hosting a Caregiving Educational Conference from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on July 18 at the Springhill Suites Boise. The conference is free and open to the public. It is an opportunity for participants to learn from experts in Alzheimer’s disease, brain health, caregiving and self-care. https://lnkd.in/eW4bD6Xq #alzheimers #dementia #caregiver #caregiving #conference #Boise #idaho #ALZFDN #brainhealth
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➡️ Help empower independence for those with dementia! This Independence Day, donate to AFA to make a difference. 🔗 Donate here: https://alzfdn.org/donate/ #alzheimers #dementia #alzfdn #alzfoundation
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Fireworks and loud noises create unique challenges for people with dementia on Independence Day. Address them by following these four July 4th caregiver tips. #July4th #July4thFireworks #alzfdn #dementia #alzheimers #alzheimersdisease #dementiacare
Four July 4th Tips for Families Caring for Loved Ones with Dementia | Alzheimer's Foundation of America
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🇺🇸 AFA wishes everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July. #alzheimers #dementia #brain #alzfdn #fourthofjuly
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Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Statement on FDA’s Approval of New Alzheimer’s Medication “We are encouraged by the FDA’s approval of donanemab and are optimistic that it will make a positive difference in the lives of individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease and their family caregivers. As with any medication, patient access and affordability to all those in need is vitally important, and we hope the FDA’s actions will facilitate both. “This is another positive sign of further progress, but we must keep moving forward until we reach the finish line—a cure for Alzheimer’s disease. Federal policymakers must continue increasing investments in Alzheimer’s disease research and support services for caregivers to provide help and hope to the millions of Americans living with Alzheimer’s.”
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A healthy diet earlier in life could help keep you mentally sharp into your 70s, and even ward off dementia, according to research that followed thousands of Britons for seven decades. https://lnkd.in/dS54XKDv #dementia #dementiaawareness #Alzheimers #diet #healthy #lifestyle #earlyintervention #alzfdn
Healthy childhood diet can ‘keep mind sharp into 70s’ and ward off dementia
theguardian.com
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🌟 Discover how to maintain a healthy brain at every stage of life! Tiffany Robb from Idaho’s Division of Public Health will share insights on 12 modifiable risk factors for brain health, debunk dementia myths, and provide practical strategies for you. 🗓️ July 18, 2024 🕒 10 AM MT ✨ link: https://lnkd.in/eqJS5aqy #alzheimers #dementia #brain #idaho #boise #aging #caregiver #alzfdn #alzfoundation
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➡️ Addressing sexual health in older adults and those with cognitive decline is crucial. This training provides care partners with the language and strategies to discuss and understand sexual health and intimacy needs, helping to demystify and normalize the topic. 🗓 Date: Wednesday, July 17 🕑 Time: 2 PM - 4:10 PM ET 🔗 Register here: https://ow.ly/b6Ec50StKIc #alzheimer #dementia #brain #sexualhealth #alzfdn #alzfoundation
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I have recurring memory lapses. Is it dementia? Ever since I had a stroke five years ago, I have worried about dementia. I remember a task, then immediately forget about it. Water is poured, then left. Rooms are entered, then I can’t remember why. Pills are taken. Or are they? https://lnkd.in/e2iSzuAz #dementia #alzheimers #memoryloss #brainhealth #stroke #memorylapse #alzfdn
Opinion: I have recurring memory lapses. Is it dementia?
latimes.com