Upcoming Alzheimers webinars, support groups and local programs; make your voice heard on Capitol Hill
Alzheimer's Association Florida Gulf Coast
Find a Support Group
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.
Alzheimer's Program Schedule
Find programs in your area, like in-person Alzheimer’s education workshops for caregivers and others, awareness programs like Brain Bus stops, and more. Visit the Program Schedule here: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xkOBz_nnP1NcyGv6tm_CXbfgBbx8AmDc_0sAm1yuwtY/edit?pli=1#gid=0.
Upcoming Webinars
Thursday, April 18, 1:00 p.m. EDT
WINK (What I Need to Know): 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. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Click this link to learn more about the topic and to register: alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jGUEVg79RcWrXiVenL38kg#/registration.
Thursday, April 25, 3:00 p.m. EDT
Impact of Alzheimer's and Other Dementia in the African American Community
A discussion on Alzheimer's and other dementia in the African-American community. Hosted by the Faith Health Network and the Alzheimer's Association. Click this link to learn more about the topic and to register: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0vcu2spj4oHNPGih4CtRGN6Ba4ztuWk0SX#/registration.
Tuesday, April 30, 12:00 p.m. EDT
Virtual Brain Bus: Managing Money
If you or someone you know is facing Alzheimer’s disease, dementia or another chronic illness, it’s never too early to put financial plans in place. Join us to learn tips for managing someone else’s finances, how to prepare for future care costs, and the benefits of early planning. Click this link to learn more about the topic and to register:
alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5HjZ08O-TYSHe-1kohTDSw#/registration
Thursday, May 2, 2024 1:00 p.m. EDT
Women's Dementia Risk
Presented by the Alzheimer's Association and ALZ Funded researcher Judith Rijnhart, MSc, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Epidemiology at the University of South Florida’s College of Public Health: Explore why women are more at risk for dementia. Learn what factors might explain differences in the risk of dementia between women and men. Gain new insights and learn about community resources. Click this link to learn more about the topic and to register: alz-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4DNaasOnRUurrrSLOriUDQ#/registration.
Help Us Amplify our Voice on Capitol Hill
Alzheimer’s Association advocates from across the U.S. are on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C hoping to reshape the future of Alzheimer’s and and all other dementias.
The bipartisan NAPA Reauthorization Act and the Alzheimer’s Accountability and Investment Act would build on the progress made over the last decade and renew our nation’s commitment to fighting Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more at alzimpact.org/napa.
As our priorities are carried through the halls of Congress, legislators will need your support. Advocates are urging Congress to build on the progress made over the last decade, by continuing to promote rapid research and improve the delivery of clinical care and services for people living with Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Join them in asking your member(s) of Congress to continue this progress at this link: p2a.co/ok3Mviv.
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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.