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Alzheimer’s and Dementia – What’s the Difference?

Anchorage Senior Activity Center (ASAC)

Alzheimer's and Dementia – What's the Difference? What is Alzheimer’s? What is dementia? Join us for an informative session about Alzheimer’s disease and the other disorders that cause dementia symptoms. We’ll cover the general definitions, diagnostic processes, and provide valuable resources to assist you along the way. We understand you may be worried but you […]

Assisted Living: If, When, and How

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Assisted Living: If, When, and How Making the decision with or for a care partner to move into an assisted living home or a new residence can be difficult. Join us for a discussion about if the time might be right, what options are available in the community, and how to prepare for the move. […]

Common Challenges Faced by Dementia Care Partners – webinar

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Common Challenges Faced by Dementia Care Partners This is an online webinar — available Statewide in Alaska As care partners it can be difficult to cope with and understand the behavior changes and challenges associated with dementia, such as: refusing care, repetition, shadowing, sundowning, delusions, agitation and other trying situations. Join us to learn practical […]

Cognitive Changes in Dementia

Cognitive Changes in Dementia This class delves into the eight cognitive thinking abilities and explores how dementia-related changes in the brain can impact these functions. We'll discuss the effects of these changes on individuals with dementia, enhancing our understanding of their experiences. Free to attend! No registration required. You Might Also Be Interested In .

Activity Box Ideas for People Living with Dementia – webinar

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Activity Box Ideas for People Living with Dementia Professional Webinar Tuesday, May 7, @ 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM . People with dementia need activities where they can feel productive […]

Event Series Alaska Legal Services Consult

Free Legal Consultation

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Free Legal Consultation A partnership of Alzheimer's Resource of Alaska and Alaska Legal Services Corporation Free 30-minute, phone consultations, Tuesday, 10 AM— 1 PM⠀& Next month: Tuesday, 10 AM— 1 […]

Virtual Dementia Tours

Fairbanks, AK — in-person meeting

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Helpful Tips and Strategies for Managing Memory Loss

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Helpful Tips and Strategies for Managing Memory Loss —OR— Memory loss can interfere with a person’s ability to manage their everyday tasks. Multitasking, personal care, following directions, and keeping track […]

Helpful Tips and Strategies for Managing Memory Loss

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Helpful Tips and Strategies for Managing Memory Loss —OR— Memory loss can interfere with a person’s ability to manage their everyday tasks. Multitasking, personal care, following directions, and keeping track […]

20 Questions, 100 Answers, 6 Perspectives — A Community Film Presentation (part 1)

Wasilla, AK — in-person meeting

20 Questions, 100 Answers, 6 Perspectives — A Community Film Presentation (part 1) A Special Community Film Presentation & Discussion Tuesday, June 4, @ 1 PM - 2:30 PM Join ARA Mat-Su for part one of a community film presentation & discussion of the 2012 documentary “20 Questions, 100 Answers, 6 Perspectives About Dementia” presented by […]

20 Questions, 100 Answers, 6 Perspectives — A Community Film Presentation (part 2)

Wasilla, AK — in-person meeting

20 Questions, 100 Answers, 6 Perspectives — A Community Film Presentation (part 2) A Special Community Film Presentation & Discussion Thursday, June 6, 2023 @ 1 PM - 2:00 PM Join ARA Mat-Su for part two of a community film presentation & discussion of the 2012 documentary “20 Questions, 100 Answers, 6 Perspectives About Dementia” presented […]

Event Series Alaska Legal Services Consult

Free Legal Consultation

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Free Legal Consultation A partnership of Alzheimer's Resource of Alaska and Alaska Legal Services Corporation Free 30-minute, phone consultations, Tuesday, 10 AM— 1 PM⠀& Next month: Tuesday, 10 AM— 1 PM As dementia progresses, a person often needs more care and oversight than can safely be provided at home. What are your options and how […]

The Related Dementias in ADRD

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

The Related Dementias in ADRD —OR— It is widely understood that Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is one type of progressive dementia. But what are the “related dementias” (RD)? What makes them different? And, in what ways are they alike? Join us for a detailed discussion of the five most commonly identified dementias. Free to attend! Registration […]

The Related Dementias in ADRD

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

The Related Dementias in ADRD —OR— It is widely understood that Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is one type of progressive dementia. But what are the “related dementias” (RD)? What makes them different? And, in what ways are they alike? Join us for a detailed discussion of the five most commonly identified dementias. Free to attend! Registration […]

Sleep & Dementia

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Sleep & Dementia Promoting a Good Nights Sleep This is an online webinar — available Statewide in Alaska Many people living with dementia experience a wide array of sleep problems. There are many possible causes of sleep changes and issues may include waking up many times during the night, staying awake longer, sundowning, and day-time […]

Event Series Alaska Legal Services Consult

Free Legal Consultation

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Free Legal Consultation A partnership of Alzheimer's Resource of Alaska and Alaska Legal Services Corporation Free 30-minute, phone consultations, Tuesday, 10 AM— 1 PM⠀& Next month: Tuesday, 10 AM— 1 PM As dementia progresses, a person often needs more care and oversight than can safely be provided at home. What are your options and how […]

Dementia and Sensory Changes

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Dementia and Sensory Changes Caregiving 101 Webinar Tuesday, July 16, 2024 @ 1:00 PM — 2:30 PM Our senses are powerful tools that help us navigate the world. These five senses – sight, sound, touch, smell and taste – help us receive and process important information. Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias change these five senses […]

Healthy Body, Healthy Brain

Alaska Statewide – online via Zoom AK, United States

Healthy Body, Healthy Brain Monday, July 22 2024 at 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM This is an online webinar — available Statewide in Alaska Research shows that healthy habits can affect not only our brain, but our body, mind, and spirit. Come learn what the latest studies teach us about healthy living and maintaining the […]

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