Be a Part of the Fight to End Alzheimer's
Be a Part of the Fight to End Alzheimer's
The millions of people impacted by Alzheimer's disease need your help. Your generosity can help us provide care and support to those facing challenges of Alzheimer's and advance global research. Please make a gift today.
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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.
For those interested, we offer virtual programs featuring experts from across New York State. To learn more, click here.
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.
- Sunday, Feb. 22. 11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Garden City Community Church, 245 Stewart Ave, Garden City - Thursday, Feb. 26. 4-5 p.m.
Virtual - Wednesday, Mar. 11. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Virtual - Thursday, July 9. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Sayville Library, 88 Greene Ave, Sayville - Wednesday, Nov. 18. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Wyandanch Public Library, 14 S 20th Street, Wyandanch
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.
Building Brain-Healthy Habits
Join us for this free educational program that provides research-backed guidance on brain health and the importance of taking action to protect your brain at every age.
Healthy Living For Your Brain and Body
At any age, we can adopt lifestyle habits to help maintain or even improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline.
- Tuesday, Mar. 24. 1-2 p.m.
Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke, Elmont - Wednesday, May 20. 7-8 p.m.
Virtual - Thursday, Oct. 22. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Ave, Bohemia
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, Apr. 16. 7-8 p.m.
Virtual - Tuesday, Apr. 21. 7-8 p.m.
Half Hollow Hills Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills
The Empowered Caregiver Series
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
Wednesday, Feb. 25. 1-2 p.m.
Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke, Elmont - Building Foundations of Caregiving
Wednesday, Mar. 4. 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Day Haven Adult Day Services, 400 Sheep Pasture Road, Port Jefferson - Communicating Effectively
Wednesday, Mar. 11. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Artis Senior Living of Commack, 1131 Jericho Turnpike, Commack - Exploring Care and Support Services
Friday, Mar. 20. 10-11 a.m.
New Horizons Counseling Center, 1490 Broadway, Hewlett - Building Foundations of Caregiving
Wednesday, Mar. 25. 7-8 p.m.
Sayville Library, 88 Greene Ave, Sayville - Building Foundations of Caregiving
Thursday, Apr. 9. 12-1 p.m.
Northwell Peconic Bay Medical Center, 1 Heroes Way, Riverhead - Communicating Effectively
Wednesday, Apr. 22. 1-2 p.m.
Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Tpke, Elmont - Exploring Care and Support Services
Thursday, May 7. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Sayville Library, 88 Greene Ave, Sayville - Communicating Effectively
Wednesday, May 13. 7-8 p.m.
Half Hollow Hills Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills - Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors
Wednesday, Aug. 12. 12-1 p.m.
Northwell Peconic Bay Medical Center, 1 Heroes Way, Riverhead
Understanding Down Syndrome, IDD, and Dementia: Awareness, Diagnosis and Care
This hybrid conference brings together families, caregivers, and professionals to explore how Down Syndrome and IDD relate to dementia. Participants will learn about early signs, diagnosis, and practical, person-centered care strategies through expert presentations.
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Join us to learn the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, stages and risk factors of Alzheimer's, current treatments, and available resources.
- Tuesday, Feb. 24. 7-8 p.m.
Virtual (Presented in Spanish) - Monday, Mar. 2. 7-8 p.m.
Virtual (Presented in Spanish) - Sunday, Mar. 8. 12-1 p.m.
New Jerusalem Pentecostal Tabernacle, 1294 Bellmore Ave, North Bellmore - Thursday, Mar. 26. 6-7 p.m.
Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court Street, Riverhead - Wednesday, Apr. 29. 6-7 p.m.
Somerset Gardens Senior Living, 150 Sunnyside Blvd., Plainview - Wednesday, May 6. 1-2 p.m.
St. Marks Roman Catholic Church, 105 Randall Road - Tuesday, May 19. 2-3 p.m.
Middle Country Public Library, 575 Middle Country Road, Selden - Sunday, May 31. 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Temple Beth-El of Patchogue, 45 Oak Street, Patchogue - Wednesday, June 10. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Wyandanch Public Library, 14 S 20th Street, Wyandanch - Wednesday, Sept. 16. 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Artis Senior Living of Commack, 1131 Jericho Turnpike, Commack
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