Central and Western Kansas Chapter Education and Resources
As the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research, the Alzheimer's Association provides educational programs for people living with dementia and their caregivers. Available online and in person, our free education programs feature the latest information on dementia-related topics, including living with Alzheimer’s disease, caregiver training and more.
Alzheimer’s Association & AARP Community Resource Finder is a database of dementia and aging-related resources that makes it easy for individuals and families to find programs and services in a specific location. Alzheimer's Association education classes can be found in the Community Resource Finder database.
General Education Topics Include:
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Dementia Conversations
Effective Communication Strategies
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body
Introduction to Alzheimer's
Legal and Financial Planning
Living with Alzheimer's Early Stage - For Caregivers
Living with Alzheimer's Middle Stage - For Caregivers
Living with Alzheimer's for Late Stage Caregivers
Living with Alzheimer's for People with Dementia
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Understanding and Responding to Dementia-related Behavior
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The Empowered Caregiver Series
This is a series of 5 different workshops that can be brought into your group, organization or business. Each workshop includes questions to check existing knowledge and exercises to apply new learnings to personal caregiving situations. The courses aim to help caregivers feel more prepared to handle the challenges that come with caring for someone living with dementia. Topics include:
- Building Foundations of Caregiving
- Supporting Independence
- Communicating Effectively
- Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
- Exploring Care and Support Services
For more information about the Empowered Caregiver Series, contact Denise Vann dvann@alz.org.
Are you a FIRST RESPONDER? Understanding Alzheimer's disease is key to ensuring you make the right response when approaching someone with Alzheimer's. For questions about education opportunities for first responders, contact Denise Vann at dvann@alz.org.
Online education
The Alzheimer’s Association offers education programs on demand so you can watch at a time that works for you. Learn more about the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, diagnosis, communication, living with dementia, caregiving techniques throughout all stages of Alzheimer’s, planning for future care costs and more.For more information, call the free Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.
ALZ Talks
Join us for free ALZ Talks webinars, where you'll get education, information and other resources covering essential topics on dementia and caregiving. Register for a live webinar or watch videos on demand.ALZNavigator™
ALZNavigator, our interactive online tool, will guide you to the education and resources you need throughout each step of the disease — whether you’re living with memory loss or care for someone who is.24/7 Helpline
Talk to a dementia expert with our free 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900. Help is available any time, day or night. Get confidential emotional support, crisis assistance, local resources and information in over 200 languages.Local education volunteer opportunities
If you're looking for a volunteer opportunity that helps educate local communities, providing education through public speaking might be a good fit for you.Our Community Educators give presentations on essential care and support topics, work with community partners and connect people with the resources they need at the Alzheimer's Association. Volunteer as a Community Educator.

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