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Be a Part of the Fight to End Alzheimer's
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We also offer programs to organizations and community groups, by request. To schedule an education program for your group, please call 800.272.3900 or email us at longislandchapter@alz.org.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life. Join us to learn about 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others.
- Wednesday, Oct. 28. 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Port Washington Public Library, 1 Library Drive, Port Washington - Tuesday, Nov. 10. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Longwood Public Library, 800 Middle Country Road, Middle Island - Friday, Nov. 13. 11 a.m-12 p.m.
Virtual
ALZ Talks: Newly Diagnosed? Real Talk About What Comes Next
Join us for an Early-Stage Connections conversation with three people living with dementia. They will share their experiences, coping strategies, and tips for finding support and moving forward with purpose and connection.
Alzheimer's Community Forum
This provides you with the opportunity to share your experience with Alzheimer's disease and discuss how the Alzheimer's Association can best serve your community. Together, we can help enhance care and support resources for those facing the disease. Light refreshments will be served.
Discover research-based habits that support brain health at every age. This in-depth program explores practical strategies for healthy eating, physical activity, quality sleep, and cognitive engagement, and helps you create an action plan to build lasting brain-healthy routines.
- Monday, July 13. 1-2 p.m.
Franklin Square Public Library, 19 Lincoln Road, Franklin Square - Thursday, July 16. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Leisure Village, 402 Bridgewater Drive, Ridge - Tuesday, July 21. 3-4 p.m.
Cutchogue New Suffolk Library, 27550 Main Road, Cutchogue - Wednesday, July 22. 4-5 p.m.
Virtual - Thursday, July 23. 2:30-3:30 p.m.
Hewlett-Woodmere Public Library, 1125 Broadway, Hewlett - Friday, July 24. 2-3 p.m.
The Sea Cliff Village Library, PO Box 280, Sea Cliff - Tuesday, July 28. 2-3 p.m.
Bayport-Blue Point Public Library, 186 Middle Road, Blue Point - Thursday, July 30. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Middle Country Public Library, 101 Eastwood Blvd, Centereach - Monday, Aug. 3. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Glen Cove Public Library, 4 Glen Cove Ave, Glen Cove - Thursday, Aug. 13. 2-3 p.m.
West Islip Public Library, 3 Higbie Lane, West Islip - Saturday, Aug. 15. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Fit For Life, 4580 Sunrise Highway, Oakdale - Wednesday, Sept. 2. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Emma S. Clark Library, 120 Main Street, East Setauket - Thursday, Sept. 3. 6-7 p.m.
East Hampton Library, 159 Main Street, East Hampton - Thursday, Sept. 17. 2-3 p.m.
Farmingdale Public Library, 116 Merritts Road, Farmingdale - Thursday, Sept. 24. 12-1 p.m.
Virtual - Monday, Sept. 28. 12:15-1:15 p.m.
Hauppauge Public Library, 1373 Veterans Highway, Hauppauge - Tuesday, Sept. 29. 7-8 p.m.
Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave, Baldwin - Wednesday, Oct. 7. 2-3 p.m.
Huntington Public Library, 1335 New York Ave, Huntington Station - Wednesday, Oct. 14. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Longwood Public Library, 800 Middle Country Road, Middle Island - Thursday, Oct. 15. 1-2 p.m.
The Smithtown Library, 1 Church Street, Kings Park - Thursday, Oct. 22. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Ave, Bohemia - Monday, Nov. 9. 3-4 p.m.
Freeport Memorial Library, 144 West Merrick Road, Freeport - Wednesday, Nov. 11. 2-3 p.m.
The Bryant Library, 2 Paper Mill Road, Roslyn - Friday, Dec. 11. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Virtual
Managing Money
Join us to learn tips for managing someone else's finances, how to prepare for future care costs and the benefits of early planning.
- Thursday, Aug. 13. 6-7:30 p.m.
Virtual - Tuesday, Sept. 8. 6-7 p.m.
Bayshore-Brightwaters Public Library, 1 South Country Road, Brightwaters
New Advances in Alzheimer's Treatment
Join us as we provide an overview of how disease modifying treatements slow disease progression, who the intended candidates are to receive the treatments, availability, and more.
Join us as we highlight research-based brain-healthy habits and provide practical strategies for supporting brain health throughout life.
- Date and Time TBD
Location TBD
This education series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone with dementia. Topics include: Building the Foundations of Caregiving, Supporting the Independence, Communicating Effectively, Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors and Exploring Care and Support Services.
Building Foundations of Caregiving
- Monday, July 27. 1-2 p.m.
Wantagh Public Library, 3285 Park Ave, Wantagh - Wednesday, Sept. 9. 12-1 p.m. (in partnership with SNAP)
Virtual - Thursday, Sept. 24. 10-11 a.m.
Mattituck-Laurel Library, 13900 Main Road, Mattituck - Thursday, Oct. 15. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Hauppauge Public Library, 1373 Veterans Highway, Hauppauge
- Wednesday, Oct. 21. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Brandywine Living at Huntington Terrace, 70 Pinelawn Road, Melville
- Saturday, Aug. 22. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Virtual - Tuesday, Oct. 20. 7-8 p.m.
Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave, Baldwin
- Saturday, July 11. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Virtual - Monday, July 20. 10-11 a.m.
Virtual - Saturday, Aug. 8. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Virtual - Wednesday, Aug. 12. 12-1 p.m.
Northwell Peconic Bay Medical Center, 1 Heroes Way, Riverhead - Wednesday, Oct. 7. 6-7 p.m.
East Hampton Library, 159 Main Street, East Hampton
- Monday, Aug. 10. 10-11:30 a.m.
Virtual
Join us to learn the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, stages and risk factors of Alzheimer's, current treatments, and available resources.
- Wednesday, July 22. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke, Elmont - Thursday, Aug. 20. 2-3 p.m. (in partnership with Plainedge Public Library)
Virtual - Wednesday, Sept. 9. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Whisper Woods of Smithtown, 71 Street Johnland Road, Smithtown - Wednesday, Sept. 16. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Artis Senior Living of Commack, 1131 Jericho Turnpike, Commack - Monday, Sept. 28. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Hempstead Public Library, 115 James A. Garner Way, Hempstead - Monday, Oct. 19. 12:15-1:15 p.m.
Hauppauge Public Library, 1373 Veterans Hwy, Hauppauge - Tuesday, Oct. 27. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Virtual - Tuesday, Nov. 17. 4-5 p.m.
Virtual