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

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
October 10 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Mocksville)
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Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia
October 21 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Lowell)
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Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
October 10 | 12:00-1:00 PM (Randleman)
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Effective Communication Strategies 
September 28 | 6:30-7:30 PM (Asheville)
October 9 | 12:30-1:30 PM (Matthews)
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Dementia Conversations: Driving, Doctor Visits, Legal & Financial
October 26 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (Mooresville)
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Living with Alzheimer's: For Caregivers-Middle Stage
September 28 | 5:30-6:30 PM (High Point)
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LIVE WEBINARS

ALZ Talks: Dementia in the Latino Community
October 5 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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Living with Alzheimer's Disease for Younger-onset
Offered by the Iowa Chapter
October 4 | 1:00-2:00 PM
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Home Safety: Part II of Occupational Therapy Caregiver Education Series
October 17 | 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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Conozca las 10 señales
October 3 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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Spanish Support Group | Grupo de apoyo para cuidadores (Virtual)
Hosted by Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter
October 12 | 4:00-5:00 PM
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Información para Entender la Enfermedad de Alzheimer y la Demencia
October 20 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM
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Cuerpo y Cerebro Sano es Vida Sana: Consejos de las Últimas Investigaciones
October 30 | 6:00-7:00 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.

Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body

Ask the Expert: Part I of Occupational Therapy Caregiver Education Series
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SUPPORT GROUPS

View all support group offerings here.
They are listed alphabetically by county or virtual.
To register, please contact the Facilitator directly for more information and to confirm the date, time, location or Zoom login information.
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Early-Stage Memory Loss Educational Support Group (virtual)
6-week program offered spring, summer, and fall in partnership with Duke Dementia Family Support Group Program.

For more information or to be notified about the upcoming group sessions, complete our interest form.
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
September 28 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Kingdom Impact Ministries - open to all caregivers
September 28 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
St. Mark's Catholic - open to all caregivers
October 2 | 6:30-8:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Jamestown)
Jamestown UMC - open to all caregivers
October 3 | 2:30-3:30 PM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all male caregivers
October 6 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group (Charlotte)
Wesley UMC - open to all FTD caregivers
October 8 | 3:00-4:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Greensboro)
First Baptist - open to all caregivers
October 3 | 10:30 AM-NOON
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Younger-Onset Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all individuals living with Alzheimer's and other dementias 65 and younger & their care partners
October 10 | 7:00-8:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Statesville)
Iredell Senior Center - open to all caregivers
October 11 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
October 12 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all FTD caregivers
October 15 | 3:00-4:30 PM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group (Cornelius)
Mt. Zion UMC - open to all FTD caregivers
October 16 | 10:30 AM-NOON
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Caregiver Support Group (Newton)
Abernethy Laurels - Open to all caregivers
October 16 | 1:00-2:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Mint Hill)
Blair Road UMC - open to all caregivers
October 17 | 7:00-8:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Weddington UMC - open to all caregivers
October 18 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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African-American Spouse/Partner Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African-American spouse/partner caregivers
October 18 | 5:15-6:00 PM
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African-American Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African-American caregivers
October 18 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Statesville)
Concord Presbyterian - open to all caregivers
October 19 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
October 26 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Gracious Living- open to all caregivers
October 28 | 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.