Alzheimer's doesn't stop and neither do we. We are here to help.
In an effort to ensure the health and safety of those we serve, our programs are being offered online and by phone – including support groups, community education programs and family care consultations.
Community Education
Visit alz.org/crf, call our
Helpline at 1.800.272.3900, or
contact our local Program Managers to register for any of our virtual Community Education programs.
Jessican Duncan
jsduncan@alz.org
515.325.5287
Erica Eikren
515.414.8124
ereikren@alz.org
Request a new Community Education program or series for your business or organization HERE.
Find a description of each Community Education program we offer at the bottom of this page.
FALL 2024
** Click the link for the education program or call our Helpline at 800.272.3900 to register for one of the upcoming education programs below**
2024 Virtual Education Series
Every 3rd Thursday at 11 a.m. CST via Zoom
1.18.24 — Introduction to Alzheimer's
2.15.24 — 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain
3.21.24 — Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
4.18.24 — 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
5.16.24 — Dementia Conversations
6.20.24 — Managing Money
7.18.24 — Advancements in Alzheimer's Treatments
8.15.24 — 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain
9.19.24 — Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
10.17.24 — 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
11.21.24 — Dementia Conversations
*Stay tuned for a month long education series
in December*
In-Person & Virtual Education Programs
If you are interested in attending a support group please visit alz.org/crf, call our 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900 or contact one of our local program specialists to find a group near you:
Jessican Duncan
jsduncan@alz.org
515.325.5287
Erica Eikren
515.414.8124
ereikren@alz.org
To sign up via the Community Resource Finder:
1. Click here to reach Community Resource Finder.
2. Click on Alzheimer's Association Programs and Events.
3. Select the type of service needed and enter a city & state or zip code
4. Click Search
FALL 2024
1ST SUNDAY
New Hope Assembly of God - Urbandale, IA, 5 p.m.
1ST MONDAY
Wilton Public Library - Wilton, IA, 1:30 p.m.
Edgewater Retirement Community - West Des Moines, IA, 3 p.m.
United Presbyterian Home, Campbell Room - Washington, IA, 5 p.m.
Grace Estates - Emmetsburg, IA, 5:30 p.m.
1ST TUESDAY
Clinton Public Library - Clinton, IA, 1:30 p.m.
Caregiver Support Group at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection - Marion, IA, 1:30 - 3 p.m.
Gracewell - Denison, IA - 1:30 p.m.
Gloria Dei - Urbandale, IA, 3 p.m.
Faith Lutheran Church - Clive, IA, 1:15 p.m.
1ST WEDNESDAY
Hegg Health Learning Center - Rock Valley, IA, 10 a.m.
1ST THURSDAY
Northcrest Community - Ames, IA, 1 p.m.
1ST FRIDAY
Kirkendall Public Library - Ankeny, IA, 1:00 p.m.
Cedar Falls Caregiver Support Group at CedarStone - Cedar Falls, IA, 1:00 p.m.
2ND MONDAY
Unity Point Health - Grinnell, IA, 10 a.m.
AMVC Management Office - Audubon, IA, 5:30 p.m.
2ND TUESDAY
Grand Living at Bridgewater, Forum Theater - Coralville, IA, 6 p.m.
Wesley Acres Chamberlain House - Des Moines, IA, 2 p.m.
The Village Memory Cafe - Indianola, IA, 2:30 p.m.
2ND WEDNESDAY
Kennybrook Village - Grimes, IA, 10:00 a.m.
Jackson County Caregiver Support Group - United Methodist Church of Maquoketa, IA - 1:30 p.m.
St. John Vianney Caregiver Support Group - Bettendorf, IA, 1 - 3 p.m.
2ND THURSDAY
The Keystone Cedars - Cedar Rapids, IA, 2:30 p.m.
Ankeny Presbyterian Church - Ankeny, IA, 1:30 p.m.
Orange City Area Health System - Orange City, IA, 7-8:30 p.m.
Gloria Dei, Lewy Bodies Support Group - Des Moines, IA, 2 p.m.
Frontotemporal Dementia Virtual Support Group - Virtual, 6:30 p.m.
Estherville Caregiver Support Group - 3 p.m., Emmett Co Public Health
2ND SATURDAY
Corinthian Baptist Church - Des Moines, IA, 2 p.m.
Grand Living at Tower Place - West Des Moines, IA, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
3RD MONDAY
Northridge Village Chapel - Ames, IA - 1 p.m.
Senior Star at Elmore Place - Davenport, IA, 3 p.m.
3RD TUESDAY
Atlantic, IA - Sweet Joy Shoppe at Cass Health - 10 a.m.
Via Health Services - West Des Moines, IA, 5 p.m.
YMCA - Council Bluffs, 11 a.m.
Virtual Support Group - 12 p.m.
Faith Lutheran Church - Clive, IA, 1:15 p.m.
Lutheran Church of Hope - Ankeny, IA, 6:30 (in person or virtual)
3RD WEDNESDAY
Carroll Library - Carroll, IA, 1:30 p.m.
Mason City Kentucky Ridge - Mason City, IA, 6 p.m.
Independence Caregiver Support Group - Independence Public Library - Independence, IA, 6 p.m.
Anamosa Caregiver Support Group - 4:30 p.m., Anamosa Library and Learning Center
3RD THURSDAY
Independence Village of Ankeny - Ankeny, IA, 6 p.m.
Faith Lutheran - Onawa, IA - 1 p.m.
Sioux Center Health Early Stage Support Group - 11 a.m.
Glenwood Caregiver Support Group - 1 p.m., Glenwood YMCA
3RD FRIDAY
MercyOne Centerville Caregiver Support Group - Centerville, IA, 9 a.m.
4TH TUESDAY
Sunrise Retirement Community - The Pointe - Sioux City, IA, 2 p.m.
Keelson Harbour - Spirit Lake, 2 p.m.
Friendship Haven - Fort Dodge, 3:30 p.m.
LAST TUESDAY
Quad Cities Memory Circle at the Bettendorf Public Library (Social Engagement Group) - Bettendorf, IA, 10:30 a.m.
Siouxland Center for Active Generations - Sioux City, 12 p.m.
LAST SUNDAY
Edgewood Baptist Caregiver Support Group - Rock Island, IL, 2 - 4 p.m.
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