Monthly Programs Calendar

No one should face Alzheimer's alone. Available in-person or online, our free education and advocacy programs eature information on topics including the signs of Alzheimer’s disease, diagnosis, ommunication, living with dementia, caregiving techniques, and public policy efforts.
hre types of programs below:

• In-Person: Hosted locally for people to learn in-person together. Registration is required,andreistrants will be sent additional event details prior to the date of the program.
• Live Webinar: Program is offered live via a webinar platform. Registration is required, and registrants will be sent additional details prior to the date of the program. Participants will be given the option of joining via video/webinar or through a toll-free number.
• On Demand: Pre-recorded video that is available for immediate access.

EDUCATION PROGRAMS

View all educational offerings at alz.org/crf. Full program descriptions can be found at links below. To register, click a link below or call 800-272-3900. 

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In-Person
Live Webinars
Seminario Web en Vivo en Español
On-Demand
Support Groups
Advocacy

Bring education to your community by scheduling a workshop with one of our Community Educators. Learn More

IN-PERSON

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
April 30 | 1:00-2:00 PM (Southport)
May 15 | 10:15-11:15 AM (Spring Lake)
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Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia
May 1 | 12:30-1:30 PM (Kernersville)
May 2 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (Smithfield)
May 7 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Fayetteville)
May 7 | 1:00-2:00 PM (Fayetteville)
May 14 | 12:30-1:30 PM (Bakersville)
May 14 | 2:00-3:00 PM (Franklin)
May 20 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Hope Mills)
May 20 | 1:00-2:00 PM (Fayetteville)
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Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
April 24 | 12:00-1:00 PM (New Bern)
April 24 | 3:00-4:00 PM (Waynesville)
May 6 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Forest City)
May 8 | 1:00-2:00 PM (Canton)
May 27 | 1:30-2:15 PM (Hickory)
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Brain Booster Club
May 13 | 10:30-12:00 PM (Charlotte)
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Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances
May 5 | 2:00-3:00 PM (Durham)
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The Empowered Caregiver Education Series
Communicating Effectively & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
May 6 | 11:30 AM-1:00 PM (Kings Mountain)

Practical Skills & Strategies for Confident Care
May 13 | 12:30-3:00 PM (Spindale)

Communicating Effectively
May 15 | 12:30-1:30 PM (Kernersville)

Supporting Independence
May 15 | 1:00-2:00 PM (Raleigh)

Building Foundations of Caregiving
May 16 | 12:00-1:00 PM (Durham)

Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors
May 29 | 12:30-1:30 PM (Kernersville)
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Memories Matter: A Community Conversation about Aging & Alzheimer's
A Caregiver Academy Collaboration
April 23 l 5:30-7:30 PM (Leland)
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Beyond Driving with Dignity: Aging Adults, Driving Safety & Dementia
A Caregiver Academy Collaboration
April 24 l 5:00-6:00 PM (Hampstead)
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Memory Cafe Spring Festival
A Caregiver Academy Collaboration
April 30 l 11:00 AM-1:00 PM (Wilmington)
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Active Adults Health & Wellness Fair
A Caregiver Academy Collaboration
May 1 l 10:00 AM-1:00 PM (Wilmington)
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Workshop: Building Foundations of Caregiving for All
May 3 l 10:00 AM-2:00 PM (Charlotte)
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Caregiver's Resource Fair: Lunch & Learn
May 6 l 11:30 AM-1:00 PM (Lexington)
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Spring Fling: Brain Health. Music. Faith.
May 6 l 9:15 AM-3:00 PM (Charlotte)
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Building Your Caregiver Toolbox: Adapting At-Home Activities
A Caregiver Academy Collaboration
May 8 l 10:30 AM-12:00 PM (Wilmington)
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A Caregiver's Guide to Managing Dementia
May 29 l 5:30-6:30 PM (Asheville)
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LIVE WEBINARS

Understanding Brain Disorders: A Focus on Dementia
Presented by Wake County Libraries, Duke-UNC ADRC, NC Registry for Brain Health & Alzheimer’s Association
April 29 l 6:30-7:30 PM
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Updates in the Field of Dementia
Greater Kentucky & Southern Indiana Chapter
May 7 l 10:00-11:30 AM
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Navigating the Path Forward: Exploring Long-Term Care Options for Dementia
May 13 l 6:30-7:30 PM
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Ask an Expert: Dementia & Veterans
Presented by the Greater Cincinnati Chapter
May 20 l 6:00-7:30 PM
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Balancing Love & Finances: A Financial Workshop for Family Caregivers
May 28 l 5:30-7:00 PM
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SEMINARIO WEB EN VIVO EN ESPAÑOL

Para obtener adicional material educativo sobre el alzhéimer y la demencia en español, haga clic aquí.

For additional Alzheimer’s and dementia education in Spanish, please click here.
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Administración del dinero: guía de finanzas para el cuidador
On-demand
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Cuerpo y cerebro sano es vida sana - Teleconferencia/Webinario
de abril 25 l 2:00-3:00 PM
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Estrategias Efectivas de Comunicación
de mayo 10 l 10:00-11:00 AM
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Comprendiendo y Respondiendo a los Comportamientos Relacionados con la Demencia
de mayo 21 l 3:00-4:00 PM
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Café con Leche Grupo de Apoyo
de mayo 3 l 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
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ON-DEMAND

These programs are pre-recorded and available for immediate access. Simply register, and the program link will be emailed to you directly. View these programs at your convenience.

The Empowered Caregiver with Isaac Health
Understanding Alzheimer's and Foundations of Caregiving
Supporting Independence
Strategies for Communication and Behavior Changes
Exploring Support Services and Resources Panel Discussion 

In addition to the chapter on-demand programs above, you can also access online programs from our Alzheimer’s Association Education Center anytime.
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SUPPORT GROUPS

View all support group offerings here.
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Memory Makers: Early-Stage Memory Loss Educational Support Group
Hosted by Duke Dementia Family Support Program
The six-week group meets on Thursday afternoons and is offered in person in Durham in the spring, summer and fall.
More Info

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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
April 24 l 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Shelby)
Terrabella Shelby - open to all caregivers
April 24 l 5:30-6:30 PM
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Living with Younger-Onset Support Group (Virtual)
Open to people diagnosed w/ dementia 65 or younger & their care partners
April 24 l 7:00-8:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Gracious Living - open to all caregivers
April 26  l 10:00-11:15 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Gastonia)
Senior TLC - open to all caregivers
April 30 l 5:30-6:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Cashiers)
Cashiers Community Library - open to all caregivers
May 1 l 3:00-4:30 PM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all male caregivers
May 2 l 10:00-11:30 AM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Durham)
Durham Center for Senior Life - open to all male caregivers
May 5 l 10:00-11:00 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Greensboro)
First Baptist - open to all caregivers
May 6  l 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Greensboro)
Jamestown UMC - open to all caregivers
May 6 l 2:30-3:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Wake Forest)
St. John's Episcopal - open to all caregivers
May 7 l 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Harrisburg)
Terrabella Harrisburg - open to all caregivers
May 7 l 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Raleigh)
St. Francis of Assisi - open to all caregivers
May 7 | 1:00-3:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
May 8 l 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Salemtowne - open to all caregivers
May 8 l 2:00-3:00 PM
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Living with Younger-Onset Support Group (Virtual)
Open to people diagnosed w/dementia 65 or younger & their care partners
May 8 l 7:00-8:30 PM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Cary)
WakeMed Hospital - Open to all male caregivers
May 9 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Cajahs Mountain)
Colliers UMC - open to all caregivers
May 11 | 2:30-3:30 PM
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FTD & Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group (Matthews)
Matthews UMC - open to all caregivers
May 11 l 3:00-4:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Wilmington)
The Commons at Brightmore - open to all caregivers & lunch provided
May 12 | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
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Newly Diagnosed Support Group (Virtual)
Brighter Days Ahead - open to anyone recently diagnosed with dementia
May 12 l 1:00-2:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
St. Mark's Catholic - open to all caregivers
May 12 l 6:30-8:00 PM
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African American Spouse/Partner Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African American spouse/partner caregivers
May 14 l 5:15-6:00 PM
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African American Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African American caregivers
May 14 l 6:00-7:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Barco)
Currituck Senior Center - open to all caregivers
May 15 | 10:30-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Marion)
McDowell Senior Center - open to all caregivers
May 15 | 1:00-2:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Cashiers)
Cashiers Community Library - open to all caregivers
May 15 l 3:00-4:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Murphy)
Murphy Rehabilitation & Nursing - open to all caregivers
May 15 l 6:00-7:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Newton)
Abernethy Laurels - open to all caregivers
May 19 l 1:00-2:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Mount Airy)
Mt. Airy Central Continuing Care - open to all caregivers
May 20 l 6:00-7:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Weddington UMC - open to all caregivers
May 21 l 6:30-7:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
May 22 l 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Shelby)
Terrabella Shelby - open to all caregivers
May 22 l 5:30-6:30 PM
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Living with Younger-Onset Support Group (Virtual)
Open to people diagnosed w/ dementia 65 or younger & their care partners
May 22 l 7:00-8:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Gracious Living - open to all caregivers
May 24 l 10:00-11:15 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Gastonia)
Senior TLC - open to all caregivers
May 28 l 5:30-6:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Cashiers)
Cashiers Community Library - open to all caregivers
May 29 l 3:00-4:30 PM
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ADVOCACY

Coming soon!
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