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We offer educational programs for families and individuals facing Alzheimer’s, as well as community members and healthcare professionals. Programs range from basic introductory material to in-depth multi-part sessions and brain healthy information. We also offer resources -- publications and videos that can be helpful to those facing Alzheimer's disease.
Family and caregiver programs for people with Alzheimer's disease are free of charge.
About professional training
The Alzheimer’s Association is the trusted source of education, information and training about Alzheimer’s disease. We are leaders in creating programs for professionals working with people with Alzheimer’s disease and their families. Learn from those who are experts in the field.We want you to have the tools you need for dementia diagnosis, care and treatment —call us today to learn more about our programs. Offerings may change—call for the most up-to-date information.
Our training and education programs are geared to professionals working in both community-based and residential care settings. Our programs and meetings have been attended by activity professionals, administrators, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers and staff trainers. Many of our programs offer CEUs.
Professional training programs
- Foundations of Dementia Care
- Caring for People with Alzheimer's: Train the Trainer
- Support Group Leader Training
- Activity-Cased Alzheimer Care (ABAC)
- Alzheimer's 101
- In-Service
- A Map Through the Maze
- Community Grand Rounds
Click here to view our Programs for Professionals brochure (pdf)
Seminars and conferences
A Map Through the Maze: our annual conference for professionals - check back here later in the summer to submit a session proposal for our next conference: May 13, 2009 at the Royal Plaza hotel in Marlborough.
Other education resources
The Alzheimer’s Association offers dozens of fact sheets and brochures. Click here for an alphabetical listing.
Our Publications List (pdf) contains over 50 titles, including books and brochures, and a convenient order form.
Please also take a look at our Supplemental Publications List for titles that have been added to our shelves recently.
Also, check our Discontinued Books list (pdf) for many excellent titles at discounted prices.
Our collection of videos and DVDs is available for use by professionals, families and people with Alzheimer's disease. You may rent up to three videos at a time for $10 each. Download our video list with order form here.
