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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: Scam-Smart Safety for Those Living With Alzheimer's
Join us for a practical, supportive session on recognizing, avoiding and reporting scams, featuring Liz Buser, Senior Advisor, Fraud Prevention Programs at AARP. Learn about the unique risks facing people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. We'll share warning signs, simple safety steps and how care partners and families can help protect themselves and their loved ones from fraud. This webinar is supported by 1Password.
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.
- Tuesday, Apr. 28, 1-2 p.m.: Allen Community Senior Center, 166-01 Linden Blvd, Queens
- Friday, May 1, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.: Alpha Phi Alpha Community Center, 220-01 Linden Blvd, Queens
- Thursday, May 28, 1-2 p.m.
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.
- Saturday, Apr. 18, 10:30-11:30 a.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.
- Tuesday, May 5. 6-7 p.m.
The Brielle, 145 Friendship Lane, Staten Island - 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.
Self-Love, Self-Care: Brain Health Awareness
In this program, you'll be shared important information about brain-healthy actions we should all build into our routines to benefit our brains. It’s never too early—or too late—to start prioritizing brain health.
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, Apr. 23, 5-6 p.m.
- 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
Understanding the Role of Blood-Based Biomarkers in Alzheimer's Disease
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.
New York Statewide Virtual Dementia Education Programs