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As the first FDA-approved drug that delays decline due to Alzheimer’s disease, the approval of aducanumab (Aduhelm™) is a victory for people living with Alzheimer’s and their families.
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The Alzheimer's Association WNY Chapter offers educational programs on a variety of dementia-related topics.
Educational Programs
Our latest catalog of education programs, support groups and resources for WNY.
Program Guide
Every individual may experience one or more of these signs in a different degree. If you notice any of them, please see a doctor.
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Currently, nearly 400,000 New Yorkers are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and more than 1 million family and friends are providing care.
Serving Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans and Wyoming counties, with education programs, support services, and other resources for care partners and those living with dementia. Our WNY Chapter office, at 6215 Sheridan Drive, Suite 100 in Amherst, remains closed while we all shelter at home, but you can still reach our staff at (716) 626-0600 extension 313 or by email at program.wny@alz.org. Should you have questions about dementia or caregiving outside of traditional business hours, our Helpline is staffed 24/7 at 1-800-272-3900.
The Western New York Chapter has a wide range of programs to help families and caregivers of people with Alzheimer's disease.
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