Author: Alzheimer's Association

Education Conferences / Latino-Hispano / News and notes

February 11, 2015

Latino Forum in Oakland: If You Are a Caregiver, Take Care of Yourself

Alzheimer’s Association, La ClÃnica de la Raza, SEIU-ULTCW and The Unity Council present: If You Are a Caregiver, Take Care of Yourself Date: Saturday, March 14, 2015 Time: 8:30 am to 12:30 pm Location: Fruitvale San...

Alzheimer's champions / News and notes / Profiles

February 11, 2015

Memories in the Making: Singing in the Rain by Maybelle

Memories in the Making is an Alzheimer’s Association art therapy program for individuals with Alzheimer’s and related dementias. Volunteer facilitators help people with dementia – many of whom often have no art background –...

Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver voices / Caregiving / News and notes / Profiles / Women and Alzheimer's

February 9, 2015

Finding the “sweet spot” as a caregiver and daughter

Erin Kane is a volunteer advocate for the Alzheimer’s Association and loving caregiver to her mother. This is her caregiver story: I’ve spent the past 7 years living with my mother who was diagnosed with...

Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Caregiving / Education / Education Conferences / News and notes

February 9, 2015

Alzheimer’s Association Conference in Sacramento: Understanding Memory Loss

Understanding Memory Loss: Navigating Your Course Date: Thursday, April 2, 2015 Time: 9 am – 4 pm Registration begins at 8 am Location: Sacramento Convention Center 1400 J Street Sacramento, CA 95814 Get Directions This annual...

Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Caregiving / Education / Education Conferences / LGBT / News and notes

February 9, 2015

Alzheimer’s Association Conference in San Francisco: Dementia Awareness and Caregiving for LGBT

Preparing for the Changing Horizon: Dementia Awareness and Caregiving for LGBT Older Adults from Diverse Communities Date: Friday, February 20, 2014 Time: 8:30 am – 4 pm Location: The Milton Marks Conference Center 455 Golden...