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Early Stage Programs and Services
ALZ Talks
Our free ALZ Talks webinars provide education, information, news and resources on a variety of brain health, dementia and care topics. Every other month, these webinars host an Early-Stage Connections program–conversations led by people living with dementia, offering connection and guidance for anyone navigating an early-stage diagnosis. Click here to register for an upcoming program and access any previously recorded programs.My ALZ Journey App
The My ALZ Journey mobile app is designed to support newly diagnosed, early-stage individuals with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, and their care partners. Developed in collaboration with our Early Stage Advisors, the app is meant to provide a personalized experience, offering local resources and information tailored to early stage and to early stage/younger-onset audiences. You can download it from your app store (Google Play Store for Android devices and Apple App Store for iPad and iPhone).Education Program Series
Living with Alzheimer's: For People with Alzheimer's is a four-part virtual series for people in the early stages of Alzheimer's or dementia, covering diagnosis, communication, daily living strategies, and staying engaged and hopeful. This program also features a candid panel of people living with diagnosis sharing their own experiences. Click here to see the dates of the next program.Support Groups for People Living with a Diagnosis
For virtual support groups for people living with a diagnosis in the early stages, please check out options offered by organizations National Council of Dementia Minds and Dementia Action Alliance.Microlearnings Series
These short videos, called microlearnings, offer practical advice for people in the early stage of dementia and their care partners. Topics include navigating emotions after a diagnosis and building a care team, with people living with dementia sharing their own experiences throughout. Click here to watch the microlearnings.Other Organizations
- Dementia Action Alliance: Offers education, advocacy opportunities, and virtual support groups for people in the early stages of a diagnosis.
- Dementia Mentors: Offers memory cafes and one-on-one virtual mentoring between people living with a diagnosis.
- Lorenzo’s House: Supports families affected by younger onset dementia, with resources for care partners and family members, including support options for children as young as 4.
- National Council of Dementia Minds: A national nonprofit led by people living with dementia, offering free peer support groups and education to help people live well after a diagnosis.