Grant-funded programs and other opportunities in Michigan

Developmental Disability Supportive Services Program

The Developmental Disability Supportive Services Program provides education programming, behavioral consultations, and activity consultations to agencies and individuals caring for people with develpmental disabilities and dementia or those at risk for developing dementia. Learn about the program.

HIV Supportive Services Program

The HIV Supportive Services program is designed to raise awareness of cognitive changes and provide specialized support to those living with HIV and cognitive decline. Our dedicated, HIV-competent staff can provide resources, referrals, counseling, education on HAND/brain health, and more. This program also provides education and support to HIV professionals to help them provide more dementia-competent care. Learn about the program.

International Grant Program

The Alzheimer's Association international grant program supports professionals at every stage and include categories designed to address gaps in Alzheimer’s and dementia research efforts. View and apply for a grant through the Alzheimer’s Association.

Integrated Care Counseling Program

This program is a health care partnership for the initial diagnosis, brain health coaching and counseling/care management of persons with memory loss and their care partners. The program pairs a social worker from the Alzheimer’s Association Michigan Chapter with one of our partner healthcare providers to aid in the diagnosis of dementia and assist with ongoing treatment and future planning. Please contact us if you are a healthcare provider and are interested in working with us, or if you are living in Michigan and would like a list of providers with whom we are currently working.
 

Schoolcraft College Dementia Care Certificate

The need for professionals with expertise in dementia care is growing rapidly as the incidence of dementia increases. Schoolcraft College, in collaboration with the Alzheimer's Association Michigan Chapter, is pleased to offer their Dementia Care Certificate. Classes, taught by the Michigan Chapter, are interactive and provide practical learning that can be applied immediately. Classes are approved for continuing education contact hours for nurses and social workers. 

To register for the latest information on upcoming classes, please visit Schoolcraft College's website. If you are interested in EssentiALZ, the Alzheimer's Association's proffesional care provider training and certification program, visit the EssentiALZ website for more information. 

Dementia Care Navigation

Dementia Care Navigation programs encourage and improve coordinated care for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, which is fragmented or absent in most settings — particularly in primary care. These programs have shown to improve health outcomes, reduce emergency room visits, lower hospital readmissions, shorten hospital stays, and reduce delays in long-term care placement.

By providing clinical and non-clinical support, dementia care navigation programs support people living with dementia and their caregivers to overcome barriers that compromise care and health outcomes. Learn about our Dementia Care Navigation Guiding Principles.

Training through the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care ECHO® Program

The Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care ECHO Program connects multidisciplinary dementia care experts with community care providers in a free continuing education series of interactive, case-based video conferencing sessions.

Through each dementia care training program, professionals can build expertise and become leaders in high-quality, person-centered dementia care.

• Learn about training for health systems and medical professionals.
• Learn about training for professional care providers.

Continuing education (CE/CME/CNE)

The Greater Michigan Chapter is committed to helping professionals improve their knowledge and skills, build stronger teams, and deliver better care to people with Alzheimer’s and dementia, caregivers, and their families.

Programs and meetings are often attended by activity professionals, administrators, nurses, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers and staff trainers. Discover continuing education opportunities.

Michigan Health Systems Directors

From assessment and diagnosis to care planning and follow-up, Alzheimer Association Health Systems Directors assist hospitals and clinicians with transforming their dementia care practices. To learn more about local resources, fill out our Health Systems Request form.

Public health information for Michigan

Effective public health interventions to address cognitive health are being implemented across the United States. Learn about public health action on dementia in Michigan, the impact of Alzheimer’s, and how governments and organizations are addressing the growing crisis.