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10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause changes in memory, thinking and behavior that interfere with daily life. Join us to learn about 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others.
ALZ Talks: When Down Syndrome and Alzheimer's Intersect
As they age, people with Down syndrome have an increased risk of developing a type of dementia that’s either the same as or very similar to Alzheimer’s disease. This session explores how to spot early changes in memory and behavior and shares the latest strategies for diagnosis, treatment and caregiving. Designed for families, caregivers and professionals, the talk offers practical insights and resources to help the Down syndrome community navigate Alzheimer’s disease.
Building Brain-Healthy Habits
Join us for this free educational program that provides research-backed guidance on brain health and the importance of taking action to protect your brain at every age.
Brain Health Presentation & Awareness Champion Training
This training session provides an introduction to the Alzheimer’s Association: Awareness Champion role. This session will explore how current volunteers can help expand community awareness through brief, impactful presentations.
Empowered Caregiver Series
This series teaches caregivers how to navigate the responsibilities of caring for someone with dementia. It features five topics: building foundations of caregiving, supporting independence, communicating effectively, responding to dementia-related behaviors, and exploring care and support services.
- Wednesday, May 6. 6-7 p.m.: In partnership with New York Memory Center
New York Memory Center, 199 14th Street, Brooklyn - Wednesday, May 6, 7-8 p.m.
- Thursday, May 28, 6-7 p.m.
- Tuesday, June 23, 1-2 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 20. 6-7 p.m.: In partnership with New York Memory Center
New York Memory Center, 199 14th Street, Brooklyn - Thursday, May 21. 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Central Family Life Center, 59 Wright Street, Staten Island - Tuesday, June 30, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, June 3. 6-7 p.m.: In partnership with New York Memory Center
New York Memory Center, 199 14th Street, Brooklyn
- Wednesday, May 27, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 27. 6-7 p.m.: In partnership with New York Memory Center
New York Memory Center, 199 14th Street, Brooklyn - Wednesday, June 3, 6-7 p.m.
- Wednesday, May 13. 6-7 p.m.: In partnership with New York Memory Center
New York Memory Center, 199 14th Street, Brooklyn
First Responders: Approaching Alzheimer's
As a first responder, it’s critical to understand how to best approach situations involving someone living with dementia. Join us for our First Responders: Approaching Alzheimer's Professional Training program that will help prepare you to respond to common calls involving a person living with dementia.
Impact of Alzheimer's and Dementia on our Community: Faith-Based Communities
Learn about the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia, causes and risk factors, how Alzheimer’s affects the brain, how to get a thorough diagnosis, the stages of the disease and treatments that can help.
- Dates and Times to be announced.
Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances
It's never too early to put important financial plans in place. Join us to learn how.
New Advances in Alzheimer’s Treatment
In this program, you'll learn risk factors, the landscape of dementia science, and advances in clinical trials, treatments and lifestyle interventions.
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Join us to learn the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, stages and risk factors of Alzheimer's, current treatments, and available resources.
- Thursday, May 7, 12-1 p.m.
- Thursday, May 14. 2-3 p.m. (for Professionals)
Sunrise Senior Living, 801 Narrows Road North, Staten Island - Wednesday, June 10, 6-7 p.m.
Blood-based biomarkers are an emerging, minimally invasive tool that can help support earlier and more accurate detection of Alzheimer’s disease by identifying biological changes in the blood associated with Alzheimer’s pathology. Join us for a conversation with Dr. Sheena Aurora, Vice President of Medical Affairs for the Alzheimer's Association, about biomarkers and who may benefit from these tests.
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