Monthly Public Programs

No one should face Alzheimer's alone. Available in-person or online, our free education and advocacy programs feature information on topics including the signs of Alzheimer’s disease, diagnosis, communication, living with dementia, caregiving techniques, and public policy efforts.

We offer three types of programs below:

• In-person: Hosted locally for people to learn together in-person. Registration is required, and registrants will be sent additional event details prior to the date of the program.
• Live Webinar: Program is offered live via a webinar platform. Registration is required, and registrants will be sent additional webinar details prior to the date of the program. Participants will be given the option of joining via video/webinar or through a toll-free number.
• On Demand: Pre-recorded video that is available for immediate access.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

View all educational offerings at alz.org/crf. Full program descriptions can be found at links below. To register, click a link below or call 800-272-3900. 

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In-Person
Live Webinars
Seminario Web en Vivo en Español
On-Demand
Support Groups
Advocacy

Bring education to your community by scheduling a workshop with one of our Community Educators. Learn More

IN-PERSON

Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia
October 10 | 2:00-3:00 PM (Durham)
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Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
October 8 | 10:30-11:30 AM (Ayden)
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Arts & Alzheimer's: Reflections Museum Tour
October 8 | 2:00-3:00 PM (Durham)
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Art & Alzheimer's: Therapeutic Dance
October 10 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Pittsboro)
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Art & Alzheimer's: CAM Museum Tour
October 14 | 10:30AM-12:30 PM (Wilmington)
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Art & Alzheimer's: Harmony in Motion Music Therapy
October 22 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Wilmington)
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Art & Alzheimer's: Painting
October 23 | 1:30-3:30 PM (Raeford)
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LIVE WEBINARS

Arts & Alzheimer's: Virtual Reflections Museum Tour
October 11 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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Caregiving During the Holidays
October 15 | 6:00-7:30 PM
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Hearing Loss and Dementia
Hosted by the Greater Maryland Chapter
October 22 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
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Advancing the Science: The Latest in Alzheimer's and Dementia Research
Hosted by the Georgia Chapter
October 23 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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SEMINARIO WEB EN VIVO EN ESPAÑOL

Para obtener adicional material educativo sobre el alzhéimer y la demencia en español, haga clic aquí.

For additional Alzheimer’s and dementia education in Spanish, please click here.
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Investigación Clínica sobre Alzheimer: ¿Por Qué la Voz Latina es Esencial?
8 de octubre | 6:30-8:00 PM
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Información para entender la enfermedad de Alzheimer y la demencia (Teleconferencia/Webinario)
12 de octubre | 10:00-11:00 AM
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ALZ Talks:
La demencia en la comunidad latina
On-demand
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ON-DEMAND

These programs are pre-recorded and available for immediate access. Simply register, and the program link will be emailed to you directly. View these programs at your convenience.

Empowered Caregiver Education Series
Building Foundations of Caregiving
Supporting Independence
Communicating Effectively
Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors

Building Your Caregiver Toolbox
Home Activity Dos, Don'ts & Schedules

In addition to the chapter on-demand programs above, you can also access online programs from our Alzheimer’s Association Education Center anytime.
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SUPPORT GROUPS

View all support group offerings here.
Groups are listed chronologically.
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Memory Makers: Early-Stage Memory Loss Educational Support Group
Hosted by Duke Dementia Family Support Program
The six-week group meets on Thursday afternoons and is offered in person in Durham in the spring, summer and fall.
More Info
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Cary)
WakeMed Hospital - Open to all male caregivers
October 11 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Durham)
Durham Center for Senior Life - open to all male caregivers
October 7 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
St. Mark's Catholic - open to all caregivers
October 7 | 6:30-8:00 PM
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African American Spouse/Partner Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African American spouse/partner caregivers
October 9 | 5:15-6:00 PM
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African American Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African American caregivers
October 9 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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Living with Younger-Onset Support Group (Virtual)
Open to people diagnosed w/ dementia 65 or younger & their care partners
October 10 | 7:00-8:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Wilmington)
The Commons at Brightmore - open to all caregivers & lunch provided
October 14 | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Barco)
Currituck Senior Center - open to all caregivers
October 17 | 10:30-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Weddington UMC - open to all caregivers
October 16 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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ALZ/FTD Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
October 20 | 3:00-4:30 PM
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Living with Younger-Onset Support Group (Virtual)
Open to people diagnosed w/ dementia 65 or younger & their care partners
October 24 | 7:00-8:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all caregivers
October 24 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Gracious Living - open to all caregivers
October 26 | 10:00-11:15 AM
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ADVOCACY

Coming soon!
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Additional programs are also available through the Community Resource Finder.

Can't join us in real time? The Alzheimer's Association Training and Education Center offers free courses available 24/7, so you can learn on your own schedule.