Alzheimer’s Association Offers Virtual Education and Programs
Written by Dan Fischer on March 31, 2020
Across New York, it is estimated there are more than 400,000 individuals living with some type of dementia, with another one million+ people providing some kind of care for them. Their needs for access to help, support and education is ongoing, and to address those needs, the Alzheimer’s Association Western New York Chapter is offering a number of virtual programs accessible from any location via computer or mobile device.
Chapter dementia care consultants are planning a number of free online classes for participants to attend from the safety and comfort of their own homes. In the month of April, these education programs will be offered virtually:
Overview of Virtual Programs and Services
Friday, April 3 – 2:00pm
Friday, April 17 – 2:00pm
Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia
Tuesday, April 7 – noon
Tuesday, April 14 – noon
Tuesday, April 21 – noon
Tuesday, April 28 – noon
Wednesday, April 29 – 8:00am
Know the 10 Warning Signs
Friday, April 10 – 2:00pm
Friday, April 24 – 2:00pm
Effective Communication Strategies
Thursday, April 2 – 6:00pm
Wednesday, April 22 – 8:00am
Thursday, April 30 – 6:00pm
Understanding and Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
Thursday, April 9 – 6:00pm
Wednesday, April 15 – 8:00am
Legal and Financial Planning for Dementia
Wednesday, April 8 – 8:00am
Thursday, April 16 – 6:00pm
Dementia Conversations
Thursday, April 23 – 6:00pm
Meaningful Activities for Family Caregivers
Monday, April 20 – 1:30pm
To register for any/all of these classes and learn how to access them, visit: bit.ly/WNYeducation or call 1.800.272.3900.
Caregiver support group meetings are also being offered in a number of ways, including telephone conference calls and webinars. To learn more about taking part in a virtual support group meeting, visit: bit.ly/WNYsupport. The Association’s around-the-clock Helpline is also available to answer questions about programs and how to access them, address concerns, and discuss other resources. That number is 1-800-272-3900.
Confidential care consultations to discuss care planning, finances, and more will continue to be available via telephone to the Helpline: 1-800-272-3900. Video chats are also possible for these free virtual meetings.
And finally, the Association has a dedicated website to help caregivers whose loved one is at home and those whose loved one is residing in an assisted living facility, That website is: alz.org/COVID19.
