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

Introduction to Alzheimer's
September 11 | 1:00-2:30 PM (Franklin)
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Alzheimer's Awareness
September 18 | 12:30-2:00 PM (Matthews)
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Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia
September 14 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Charlotte)
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Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
September 25 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Charlotte)
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Empowered Caregiver Conversations (Charlotte) 
Care and Caregiver Support and Resources
September 24 | 4:00-5:30 PM
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Communicating Effectively 
September 7 | 9:00-10:00 AM (Roaring River)
September 12 | 6:00-7:00 PM (China Grove)
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Exploring Care and Support Services
September 26 | 6:00-7:00 PM (Charlotte)
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Dementia Conversations: 
Doctors, Driving, Legal & Financial 
September 6 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (Lexington)
September 12 | 5:00-6:30 PM (Newton)
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Brain Booster Club (Charlotte)
September 9 | 2:00-3:30 PM 
September 16 | 2:00-3:30 PM 
September 23 | 2:00-3:30 PM
September 30 | 2:00-3:30 PM
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The Role of Speech Therapy & Dementia Management
September 10 | 6:00-7:00 PM (Concord)
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LIVE WEBINARS

Empowered Caregiver Series 
Exploring Care & Support Services
August 29 | 6:00-7:00 PM 
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ALZ Talks:
How Can I Make a Difference in Research?
August 29 | 11:00-11:30 AM
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Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia
September 17 | 6:00-7:30 PM
September 20 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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Lewy Body Dementia Basics
September 10 | 6:30-7:30 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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Información Para Entender La Enfermedad De Alzheimer y la Demencia - Teleconferencia/Webinario
16 de septiembre | 10:30-11:30 AM
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Diez señales virtuales de advertencia de la enfermedad de Alzheimer: Virtual
27 de septiembre | 10:30-11:30 AM
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ALZ Talks:
La demencia en la comunidad latina
On-demand
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Café con Leche Grupo de Apoyo: Virtual
7 de septiembre | 10:30 AM-12:00 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.

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.
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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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 (Virtual)
St. Mark's Catholic - open to all caregivers
September 2| 6 :30-8:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Greensboro)
First Baptist - open to all caregivers
September 3 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Greensboro)
Jamestown UMC - open to all caregivers
September 3 | 2:30-3:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Harrisburg)
Terrabella Harrisburg - open to all caregivers
September 5 | 4:00-6:00 PM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all male caregivers
September 6 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group (Charlotte)
Wesley UMC - open to all FTD caregivers
September 8 | 3:00-4:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
September 10 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Living with Younger-Onset Support Group (Virtual)
Open to people diagnosed w/ dementia 65 or younger & their care partners
September 10 | 7:00-8:30 PM
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African American Spouse/Partner Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African American spouse/partner caregivers
September 11 | 5:15-6:00 PM
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African American Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African American caregivers
September 11 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Salemtowne - open to all caregivers
September 12 | 2:00-3:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Cashiers)
Cashiers Community Library - open to all caregivers
September 12 | 3:00-4:30 PM
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Frontotemporal Dementia Caregiver Support Group (Cornelius)
Mt. Zion UMC - open to all FTD caregivers
September 16 | 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Newton)
Abernethy Laurels - open to all caregivers
September 16 | 1:00-2:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Mount Airy)
Mt. Airy Central Continuing Care - open to all caregivers
September 17 | 6:00-7:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Weddington UMC - open to all caregivers
September 18 | 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
September 24 | 7:00-8:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Cashiers)
Cashiers Community Library - open to all caregivers
September 26 | 3:00-4:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Shelby)
TerraBella Shelby - open to all caregivers
September 26 | 5:30-6:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all caregivers
September 26 | 6:30-7:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Gracious Living - open to all caregivers
September 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.