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Make 2021 your year to get involved.

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Serving 65 counties in Kansas and Missouri

The Alzheimer’s Association - Heart of America Chapter is the premier source of information and support for the 50,000 individuals and 200,000 family members and care partners living with dementia in our service area. Through our bi-state network of offices, the Heart of America Chapter offers a broad range of programs and services, including a 24-hour Helpline (800.272.3900), at no cost to families. We fund advancements in research to prevent, treat and ultimately conquer this disease and, with our volunteers, raise awareness of, and advocate for, the needs and rights of people with dementia.

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Diversity & Inclusion

Diversity is integral to our mission and vital to our vision of a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.

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Early Stage Social Engagement Activities

The Heart of America Chapter is constantly creating new ways for individuals in the early stage of Alzheimer's to stay socially active.

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Virtual Employee Lunch & Learn

Chances are, someone you work with is a caregiver for an individual with Alzheimer's. Many people don't know that the Alzheimer's Association services are free. Consider asking your employer to have a virtual Lunch & Learn with the Alzheimer's Association to increase awareness of these free services.

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Local Resources

Looking for local assistance? Check out our options for individual and family support, virtual educational programs, and virtual support groups.

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Volunteer

The Alzheimer's Association is a volunteer-driven organization. Our volunteers are passionate, inspired, and ready to make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer's disease. When you're ready to get involved, let us know! Volunteer opportunities are available throughout our 65-county service area.

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Young Ambassadors

Join this group of emerging leaders who have a passion for providing support, fundraising, education, volunteering and advocacy with an ultimate goal of ending Alzheimer's and other dementia.

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Coronavirus (COVID-19): Tips for Caregivers

Dementia-related behaviors, increased age and common health conditions may increase a person's risk of contracting COVID-19. Learn how to help protect your loved one.

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Helping You

We offer resources, support services, and educational workshops for those with memory loss, their families, care partners, and health professionals. 

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Virtual Education Opportunities

Learn about our virtual education schedule for individuals with memory loss, their care partners, and health professionals.

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Virtual Support Groups

We can reach you wherever you are. All you need is a computer or Smartphone and access to the internet.

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For Families and Care Partners

We offer many resources for those who are caring for individuals with Alzheimer's disease.

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Is this Alzheimer's?

Every day we encounter individuals who are concerned about memory loss - their own or a loved one's. Is it normal aging or something more serious?

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Keep Up With Alzheimer’s News and Events

Chapter Recent Items

Heart of America Longest Day Fundraiser Raises $40,000

Congratulations to the 30 teams who chose an activity they loved and honored those they love by doing that activity and fundraised while doing it.

June 27, 2018
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Staff Dementia Care Specialist Receives Award

April 24, 2019
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Virtual Caregiver Book Club

Virtual Caregiver Book Club

February 24, 2021
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Don't just hope for a cure. Help us find one. Volunteer for a
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