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

Alzheimer's Association Awareness Presentation (Raleigh)
May 19 | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
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10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's (Greenville)
May 23 | 2:00-3:00 PM 
May 29 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM 
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Memory Matters: Leverage Your Lifestyle for Better Brain Health
May 14 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Barco)
May 14 | 2:00-3:00 PM (Elizabeth City)
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The Empowered Caregiver: Communicating Effectively (Raleigh)
May 1 | 3:30-4:30 PM
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Discussion: 10 Tips for Caregivers During the Late Stage (Wilmington)
A Caregiver Academy Collaboration
May 13 | 11:00-11:30 AM
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LIVE WEBINARS

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
May 18 | 10:30-11:45 AM
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Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia
May 25 | 10:30-11:45 AM
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Ask the Expert: Hearing Matters & What You Need to Know
Presented by the New York City Chapter
May 9 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Education Series
Presented by the Rochester & Finger Lakes Chapter
Overview of Frontotemporal Degenerative Disorders
May 1 | 12:00-1:00 PM
Cognitive and Behavioral Issues and Frontotemporal Dementia
May 8 | 12:00-1:00 PM
Managing Caregiver Stress
May 15 | 12:00-1:00 PM
Behavioral Management and Medication Options
May 22 | 12:00-1:00 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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Conversaciones sobre la demencia
4 de mayo | 10:00–11:00 AM
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Información para etender la enfermedad de Alzheimer y la demencia
13 de mayo | 1:00–2:00 PM
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Conozca las 10 señales de advertencia: la detección temprana es importante
16 de mayo | 9:30–10:30 PM
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Grupo de apoyo para cuidadores
9 de mayo | 4:00-5:00 PM
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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.

Clinicial Trials & Research in the Black Community: Addressing Stigmas and Breaking Barriers

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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Caregiver Support Group (Wake Forest)
St. John's Episcopal - open to all caregivers
May 1 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all male caregivers
May 3 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Durham)
Durham Center for Senior Life - open to all male caregivers
May 6 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
St. Mark's Catholic - open to all caregivers
May 6 | 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
May 8 | 5:15-6:00 PM
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African American Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African American caregivers
May 8 | 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
May 9 | 7:00-8:30 PM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Cary)
WakeMed Hospital - Open to all male caregivers
May 10 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Wilmington)
The Commons at Brightmore - open to all caregivers
May 13 | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Weddington UMC - open to all caregivers
May 15 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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Living with Younger-Onset Support Group (Virtual)
Open to people diagnosed w/ dementia 65 or younger & their care partners
May 23 | 7:00-8:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Gracious Living - open to all caregivers
May 25 | 10:00-11:15 AM
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ADVOCACY

State Advocacy Day (Raleigh)
May 7 | 9:00 AM-2:30 PM
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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.