Educational meetings about Alzheimer’s Disease

Q: My dad was recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. What programs are available to learn more about the disease?

A: This is going to be a difficult time for your family, but the best thing you can do for you and your father is to be well informed. The New York City Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association offers a wide variety of educational meetings in many neighborhoods across the city to help families better understand the disease and how it will affect your lives.
These meetings offer a comfortable place to learn about the disease, resources, and services available. Different meetings have different purposes. Some are designed for family and friends who are new to Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Others help to acquaint family members with legal and financial issues associated with planning for long-term care.
We offer special seminars to guide caregivers through the application process for Medicaid home care service in the city. Still others address questions about placement in nursing homes and other residential care facilities. All meetings are free and are conducted in each of the five boroughs. Some are offered in both English and Spanish.
While education is important, remember that taking care of yourself is just as vital. Support groups for caregivers and people in the early stages of the disease are available free across the boroughs. To find a group that is right for you, call 800-272-3900.
More than 130 support groups provide a consistent and caring place for members to discuss caregiving challenges and problems, share feelings, find emotional support, and exchange information about Alzheimer’s.
A pioneer in the movement to provide services to persons in the early stage of Alzheimer’s disease, the Chapter offers support groups for this growing population.
If you cannot join a support group, remember to: