Monthly Programs Calendar

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

• In-person: Hosted locally for people to learn in-person together. Registration is required, and registrants 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, andregistrants 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 7 | 12:00-1:00 PM (Creedmoor)
April 30 | 1:00-2:00 PM (Southport)
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Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia
April 9 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Fayetteville)
April 9 | 1:00-2:00 PM (Fayetteville)
April 15 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Fayetteville)
April 15 | 1:00-2:00 PM (Spring Lake)
April 18 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (Raleigh)
April 23 | 10:00-11:00 AM (Garner)
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Alzheimer’s Awareness
April 11 | 11:00 AM-12:00 PM (Smithfield)
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Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
April 7 | 2:00-3:00 PM (Durham)
April 24 | 12:00-1:00 PM (New Bern)
April 24 | 3:00-4:00 PM (Waynesville)
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The Empowered Caregiver Education Series
Building Foundations of Caregiving & Supporting Independence
April 15 l 11:30 AM-1:00 PM (Kings Mountain)

Building Foundations of Caregiving
April 17 l 1:00-2:00 PM (Raleigh)

Communicating Effectively
April 23 l 10:00-10:45 AM (Brevard)
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Brain Booster Club
April 8 l 10:30 AM-12:00 PM (Charlotte)
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Navigating the Tough Talks: Essential Conversations with Your Aging Loved Ones
April 17 l 5:30-6:30 PM (Asheville)
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Carepoint Caregiving Cafe: Healthy Living for Your Brain & Body
April 15 l 10:00-11:00 AM (Charlotte)
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Engage & Empower: Parkinson’s Health Symposium
A Caregiver Academy Collaboration
April 11 l 1:00-5:00 PM (Wilmington)
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors Living with Dementia Workshop & Lunch
April 7 l 9:00 AM-1:00 PM (New Bern)
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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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LIVE WEBINARS

Matter of Mind: My Alzheimer's Documentary Screening and Panel Discussion
Presented by PBS North Carolina
April 8 | 7:00-9:00 PM
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ALZ Talks: Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior
Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association
April 17 l 11:00-11:30 AM
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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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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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El Cuidado de las Personas con Demencia - Pregunte, Aprenda y Actue (Virtual)
de abril 11 l 7:00-9:00 PM
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Noche de Investigación en Español: Apapachando al Cuidador—Un Factor Importante en el Alzheimer (Virtual)
de abril 15 l 6:00-8:00 PM
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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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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
Care and Support Services Expert 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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Male Caregiver Support Group (Durham)
Durham Center for Senior Life - open to all male caregivers
April 7 l 10:00-11:00 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
St. Mark's Catholic - open to all caregivers
April 7 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
April 9 l 5:15-6:00 PM
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African American Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Open to all African American caregivers
April 9 l 6:00-7:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Shepherd's Center - open to all caregivers
April 10 l 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Winston-Salem)
Salemtowne - open to all caregivers
April 10 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
April 10 l 7:00-8:30 PM
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Male Caregiver Support Group (Cary)
WakeMed Hospital - Open to all male caregivers
April 11 | 10:00-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Cajahs Mountain)
Colliers UMC - open to all caregivers
April 13 l 2:30-3:30 PM
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FTD & Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group (Charlotte)
Matthews UMC - open to all caregivers
April 13 l 3:00-4:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Wilmington)
The Commons at Brightmore - open to all caregivers & lunch provided
April 14 | 11:30 AM-12:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Mount Airy)
Mt. Airy Central Continuing Care - open to all caregivers
April 15 l 6:00-7:00 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Virtual)
Weddington UMC - open to all caregivers
April 16 l 6:30-7:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Barco)
Currituck Senior Center - open to all caregivers
April 17 | 10:30-11:30 AM
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Caregiver Support Group (Cashiers)
Cashiers Community Library - open to all caregivers
April 17 l 3:00-4:30 PM
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Caregiver Support Group (Newton)
Abernethy Laurels - open to all caregivers
April 21 l 1:00-2:00 PM
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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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ADVOCACY

Coming soon!  
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Additional programs are also available through the Community Resource Finder.

Can't join us in real time? The Alzheimer's Association Training and Education Center offers free courses available 24/7, so you can learn on your own schedule.