Upcoming Alzheimer's programs, support groups and more
Alzheimer's Association, Florida Gulf Coast Chapter
Alzheimer's Program Schedule for Your Area
Find programs in your area including in-person Alzheimer’s education workshops for caregivers and others, awareness programs like Brain Bus stops and more here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xkOBz_nnP1NcyGv6tm_CXbfgBbx8AmDc_0sAm1yuwtY/edit?pli=1#gid=0.
Support Groups
Support groups create a safe, confidential environment and a chance for participants to develop informal mutual support and social relationships. They also inform participants about dementia and help them develop skills to solve problems. Find a support group here: drive.google.com/file/d/1Gyv-zC-3L3uIi6p0YBQBKxE2MMYvJH4W/view.
Upcoming Webinars
Tuesday, April 9, 2024, 12:00 p.m. EDT
Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. Join us to learn about the impact of Alzheimer's, the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia, the stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available for some symptoms, and Alzheimer's Association resources. REGISTER HERE: https://alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BbkYUVzaSlOXxtSCfsYaeA?_x_zm_rtaid=vvvKztKWRKOA-NZA-B2ojg.1712504076713.2b511c96cbeae5f62488da232d841134&_x_zm_rhtaid=725#/registration.
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 1:00 p.m. EDT
Ambiguous Loss and Grief
Join us as we explore the topic of ambiguous loss and grief. Learn about signs, symptoms, how it differs from other losses, and ways to cope. Special guests speakers include Nettie Harper and Kelly Gilligan with Inspired Memory Care.Topics will include:
Defintion of Ambiguous Loss
Meaning of Ambiguous Grief
How it differs form other loss and grief
Signs and Symptoms
Coping Skills
A question and answer session will follow the presentation. REGISTER HERE: https://alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jGUEVg79RcWrXiVenL38kg#/registration.
Thursday, April 25, 2024, 3:00 p.m. EDT
Impact of Alzheimer's and Other Dementia in the African American Community
A discussion on Alzheimer's and ot.her dementia in the African-American community. Hosted by the Faith Health Network and the Alzheimer's Association. REGISTER HERE: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcu2spj4oHNPGih4CtRGN6Ba4ztuWk0SX#/registration.
ALZ Programs Anytime
Videos for First Responders
People with Alzheimer's or another dementia can unknowingly put themselves and others in dangerous situations. As a first responder, understanding the disease is key to ensuring you make the right response. See the information for each first responder program below, for first responders and others with fire departments, dispatch departments, emergency medical services (EMS), and law enforcement agencies.
ALZ STARS FIRE DEPARTMENT
Step Up and Empower Your Response! Equip yourself with essential skills tailored for Fire Department first responders facing situations involving individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or other forms of dementia. Learn about the Forida State University (FSU) REACH program’s de-escalation strategy, designed to enhance your approach, ensuring safety and compassion. Your expertise and readiness are crucial; together, we can make a significant impact. Join us now. SIGN UP HERE: https://alzprogramsanytime.org/register/alz-stars-fire-department.
ALZ STARS DISPATCH
Step Up and Empower Your Response! Equip yourself with essential skills tailored for dispatch first responders facing situations involving individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or other forms of dementia. Learn about the FSU REACH program’s de-escalation strategy, designed to enhance your approach, ensuring safety and compassion. Your expertise and readiness are crucial; together, we can make a significant impact. Join us now. SIGN UP HERE: https://alzprogramsanytime.org/register/alz-stars-dispatch.
ALZ STARS EMS
Step Up and Empower Your Response! Equip yourself with essential skills tailored for EMS first responders facing situations involving individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or other forms of dementia. Learn about the FSU REACH program’s de-escalation strategy, designed to enhance your approach, ensuring safety and compassion. Your expertise and readiness are crucial; together, we can make a significant impact. Join us now. SIGN UP HERE: https://alzprogramsanytime.org/register/alz-stars-ems.
ALZ STARS LAW ENFORCEMENT
Step Up and Empower Your Response! Equip yourself with essential skills tailored for Law Enforcement first responders facing situations involving individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or other forms of dementia. Learn about the FSU REACH program’s de-escalation strategy, designed to enhance your approach, ensuring safety and compassion. Your expertise and readiness are crucial - together, we can make a significant impact. Join us now. SIGN UP HERE: https://alzprogramsanytime.org/register/alz-stars-law-enforcement.
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About the Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research, with the mission of leading the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Their vision is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
Brain Bus is funded in partnership with the State of Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc. Caregiver College is sponsored in part by Senior Connection Center, Inc. and the State of Florida, Department of Elder Affairs and Sarasota County Government.
Alzheimer's Association Florida Gulf Coast Chapter, 14010 Roosevelt Blvd, Ste. 709, Clearwater, FL 33762, website alz.org/flgulfcoast, phone (727) 578-2558.
Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601, website alz.org, phone (800) 272-3900.