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.

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. 

• Tuesday, June 3. 2-3 p.m. : Middle Country Public Library, 575 Middle Country Road, Selden

Dementia Conversations
Get tips for talking about difficult issues, such as when to stop driving or going to the doctor for cognitive testing. 

• Thursday, Jan. 16. 2-3 p.m. : Cutchogue New Suffolk Library, 27550 Main Road, Cutchogue
• Friday, Jan. 24. 10-11 a.m. : Jericho Public Library, 1 Merry Lane, Jericho

Healthy Living For Your Brain and Body
At any age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset cognitive decline.

• Tuesday, Mar. 11. 1-2 p.m. : Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont

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.

• Monday, Dec. 9. 2-3 p.m. : Syosset Public Library, 225 South Oyster Bay Road, Syosset
• Thursday, Dec. 12. 6:30-7:30 p.m. : Baldwin Public Library, 2385 Grand Ave, Baldwin
• Wednesday, Feb. 5. 10-11 a.m. : North Babylon Public Library, 815 Deer Park Ave, North Babylon

Safety in the Home 
In this presentation, we will explore crucial home safety modifications (grab bars, lighting, etc.) for individuals living with dementia, with a primary focus on fall prevention and creating a secure home environment for both the person with dementia and their caregivers.

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.​

• Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors: Wednesday, Dec. 4. 5-6 p.m. : South Country Library, 22 Station Road, Bellport
• Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors: Tuesday, Dec. 10. 5:30-6:30 p.m. : Atria Park of Lynbrook, 100 Peninsula Blvd, Lynbrook
• Communicating Effectively: Tuesday, Jan. 7. 6-7 p.m. : Sunrise Senior Living, 53 Franklin Ave
• Building the Foundations of Caregiving: Thursday, Jan. 9. 6:30-7:30 p.m. : Half Hollow Hills Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills
• Building the Foundations of Caregiving: Tuesday, Jan. 14. 3-4 p.m. : Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Ave, Bohemia
• Supporting Independence: Wednesday, Feb. 5. 6:30-7:30 p.m. : Half Hollow Hills Library, 55 Vanderbilt Parkway, Dix Hills
• Exploring Care and Support Services: Tuesday, Feb. 11. 3-4 p.m. : Connetquot Public Library, 760 Ocean Ave, Bohemia
• Communicating Effectively: Monday, Feb. 24. 2-3 p.m. : Emma S. Clark Library, 120 Main Street, East Setauket
• Communicating Effectively: Thursday, Apr. 17. 6:30-7:30 p.m. : Brentwood Public Library, 34 2nd ave, Brentwood
• Exploring Care and Support Services: Tuesday, Apr. 22. 1-2 p.m. : Elmont Public Library, 700 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont
• Communicating Effectively: Thursday, May 22. 7-8 p.m. : Plainedge Public Library, 1060 Hicksville Road, Massapequa

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. 

• Wednesday, Dec. 11. 2-3 p.m. : Cutchogue New Suffolk Library, 27550 Main Road, Cutchogue
• Tuesday, Feb. 4. 2-3 p.m. : Bayport-Blue Point Public Library, 186 Middle Road, Blue Point
• Monday, Feb. 10. 6-7 p.m. : Amityville Public Library, 19 John Street, Amityville
• Thursday, Mar. 13. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. : Locust Valley Library, 170 Buckram Road, Locust Valley
• Tuesday, Mar. 18. 2-3 p.m. : Commack Public Library, 18 Hauppauge Road, Commack
• Friday, Apr. 4. 10-11 a.m. : Bayshore-Brightwaters Public Library, 1 South Country Road, Brightwaters 
• Wednesday, Apr. 9. 2-3 p.m. : Island Trees Public Library, 38 Farmedge Road, Levittown
• Monday, Apr. 14. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. : Plainedge Public Library, 1060 Hicksville Road, Massapequa
• Monday, Apr. 21. 7-8 p.m. : East Meadow Public Library, 1886 Front Street, East Meadow

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Many programs are available 24/7 online on the Alzheimer's Association training webpage.