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A national resource and referral network with a toll-free hot line staffed by licensed
social workers, and referrals to AFA member organizations and other local resources. Social workers also available by SKYPE and live chat. |
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Web site that includes disease information, treatment options, research updates,
caregiving strategies and links to member organizations |
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Comprehensive educational materials in various languages, and a free caregiver
magazine, care ADvantage |
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AFA Quilt to Remember, the nation’s first large-scale dementia-related quilt |
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National Memory Screening Day, offering free memory screenings for those concerned
about memory loss |
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Training and qualification for healthcare professionals |
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Information about lifestyle choices to reduce risk factors for Alzheimer's disease |
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AFA Teens branch, engaging and educating teens about the cause |
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Monthly teleconference, Care Connection, for family caregivers and healthcare professionals, with expert speakers. |
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Advocacy for government funding for social services to support individuals
with dementia and their caregivers |
