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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
Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
May 30 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Kings Mountain, NC)
June 12 | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM (Conover, NC)
June 27 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Salisbury, NC)
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Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body:
Play It (Music, the Mind & Memory)
June 21 | 11:00 AM-12:30 PM (Reidsville, NC)
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10 Ways to Love Your Brain
June 15 | 6:00-7:00 PM (Franklin, NC)
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LIVE WEBINARS
ALZHEIMER'S & BRAIN AWARENESS MONTH SERIES:
Thirsty for Knowledge Thursdays
Grab your favorite beverage & snack & join us for any of the following programs highlighting Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month.
10 Warning Signs - Focusing on understanding changes as we age, what is and is not normal, and the importance of early detection
June 15 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia and steps to take following a diagnosis
June 22 | 6:00-7:00 PM
Dementia Conversations and tips for talking with your healthcare providers
June 29 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior
May 23 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
June 28 | NOON-1:00 PM
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Effective Communication Strategies
June 1 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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The Confident Caregiver: Part III
June 8 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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Holistic Brain Health: Resources & Research Opportunities in NC
June 14 | 5:00-6:00 PM
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SEMINARIO WEB EN VIVO EN ESPAÑOL
Estrategias Efectivas de Comunicación
Junio 8 | 9:30-10:30 PM
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Cuerpo y Cerebro Sano es Vida Sana
Junio 26 | NOON-1:00 PM
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Salud Cognitiva y Conversacion
Junio 28 | 10:30 AM-NOON
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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.
Aging Solo: Making a Plan to Age Well and Stay in Control
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SUPPORT GROUPS
View all support group offerings.
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, NC)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
May 23 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Gracious Living - open to all caregivers
May 27 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Gastonia, NC)
Senior TLC - open to all caregivers
May 31 | 5:30-6:30 PM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all male caregivers
June 2 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
St. Mark Catholic - open to all caregivers
June 5 | 6:30-8:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Greensboro, NC)
First Baptist - open to all caregivers
June 6 | 10:30-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Jamestown, NC)
Jamestown UMC - open to all caregivers
June 6 | 4:00-5:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem, NC)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
June 8 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem, NC)
Salemtowne Retirement - open to all caregivers
June 8 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group (Charlotte, NC)
Wesley UMC - open to all FTD caregivers
June 11 | 3:00-4:30 PM
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Younger-Onset Dementia Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all persons living with Alzheimer's and other dementias 65 and younger and their care partners
June 13 | 7:00-8:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Statesville, NC)
Iredell Senior Center - open to all caregivers
June 14 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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African-American Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African-American caregivers
June 14 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all FTD caregivers
June 18 | 3:00-4:30 PM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group (Cornelius, NC)
Mt. Zion UMC - open to all FTD caregivers
June 19 | 10:30 AM-NOON
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Weddington UMC - open to all caregivers
June 21 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Gracious Living - open to all caregivers
June 24 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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ADVOCACY
Rally for Access - Charlotte
June 15 | 10:00-11:00 AM
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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.