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Open Discussion for Caregivers

Please join us Thursday evening on Care Connection for a live discussion with our host, Dr. Jamie Rotnofsky, a professional coach and psychotherapist and Isabel Flores, a licensed social worker with the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA). You and other caregivers can listen in on this interactive discussion for information and... Read moreChevron

New Initiative for Teens Impacted by Alzheimer's Disease

Has a teenager you know witnessed the harsh realities of Alzheimer's disease? The answer is probably yes. More and more teenagers are coming face-to-face with people with Alzheimer's disease---their parents, grandparents, other loved ones, neighbors, or people they meet while doing community service. Many are even thrust into caregiving... Read moreChevron

Care Connection -- Telephone Support Network

Please join us Thursday evening on Care Connection for a live discussion with our host, Dr. Jamie Rotnofsky, a professional coach and psychotherapist. You and other caregivers can listen in on this interactive discussion for information and support. Please join us!Topic: Caring for your Loved OneThursday, 12/13/07 at 9 pm Eastern TimeCall... Read moreChevron

Brain Expert on Free Conference Call

Please join us Thursday evening on Care Connection for a live discussion with Dr. Richard E. Powers, renowned expert on brain diseases and chairman of AFA's Medical Advisory Board. You and other caregivers can listen in on this interactive discussion for information and support. Please join us!Topic: Current and Future Medications for the... Read moreChevron

Holiday Gifts For Caregivers

With the holidays just around the corner, family and friends might be asking you if there's a special gift on your wish list.  As a caregiver, education is a gift you can use over and over again. You can never have enough information about Alzheimer's disease and caregiving issues. So why not pick and choose from the array of books,... Read moreChevron

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