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    Education Programs
    The Alzheimer’s Association Long Island Chapter offers free education programs in-person and virtually. These programs provide information on topics including the signs of Alzheimer’s disease, diagnosis, communication, living with Alzheimer’s and caregiving techniques.

    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.

    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.

    ALZ Talks: Scam-Smart Safety for Those Living With Alzheimer's
    Join us for a practical, supportive session on recognizing, avoiding and reporting scams, featuring Liz Buser, Senior Advisor, Fraud Prevention Programs at AARP. Learn about the unique risks facing people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. We'll share warning signs, simple safety steps and how care partners and families can help protect themselves and their loved ones from fraud. This webinar is supported by 1Password.

    ALZ Talks: When Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's Intersect

    As they age, people with Down syndrome have an increased risk of developing a type of dementia that’s either the same as or very similar to Alzheimer’s disease. This session explores how to spot early changes in memory and behavior and shares the latest strategies for diagnosis, treatment and caregiving. Designed for families, caregivers and professionals, the talk offers practical insights and resources to help the Down syndrome community navigate Alzheimer’s disease.

    Building Brain-Healthy Habits

    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.

    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.

    Supporting Brain Health in our Community

    Join us as we highlight research-based brain-healthy habits and provide practical strategies for supporting brain health throughout life.

    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.
     

    The Impact of Alzheimer's and Dementia in our Community
    Join us as we provide a brief overview of Alzheimer’s and dementia, covering the latest treatments, practical brain health tips, and ways to join the fight against the disease.

    Understanding the Role of Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer's Disease
    Blood-based biomarkers are an emerging, minimally invasive tool that can help support earlier and more accurate detection of Alzheimer’s disease by identifying biological changes in the blood associated with Alzheimer’s pathology. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Sheena Aurora, Vice President of Medical Affairs for the Alzheimer's Association, about biomarkers and who may benefit from these tests. 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.
     
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