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July 27, 2010 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and Second Wind Dreams Forge Strategic Partnership
Collaboration Aims to Advance Care and Dignity for People with Dementia
NEW YORK, NY — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), New York, NY, and Second Wind Dreams (SWD), Marietta, GA, today announced that they have forged a strategic partnership that will utilize their combined expertise, program strengths and local membership bases to further raise the bar on care for the increasing number of individuals nationwide with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
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July 20, 2010 — National Group Seeks Nominations for ‘Dementia Care Professional of the Year’
NEW YORK, NY — Do you know a healthcare professional who works tirelessly to improve quality of life for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and their families? Dementia Care Professionals of America (DCPA) seeks to recognize these individuals in calling for nominations for its fourth annual “Dementia Care Professional of the Year” award.
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June 21, 2010 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to Host Educational Conferences in North Carolina
NEW YORK, NY — North Carolina’s older population with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias is on the threshold of a boom: it is expected to increase by 59 percent between now and 2030. Recognizing this, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will host free care-focused conferences for family caregivers on August 6 in Charlotte and on August 7 in Raleigh.
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May 27, 2010 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Awards ‘Excellence in Care’ Status to First Facility in New England
Marks 25th Setting in Nation to Earn Designation
NEW YORK, NY — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) recently awarded its “Excellence in Care Dementia Program of Distinction” status to Summerhill Assisted Living-The Meadows, Peterborough, NH, for achieving AFA’s national standards of excellence that reflect the essential components of quality care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related illnesses.
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May 18, 2010 — Glen Cove Hospital Spearheads Education Program to Help Nurses, Staff Improve Alzheimer’s Care
Glen Cove Hospital has the country’s largest number of qualified dementia care professionals in hospital setting
GLEN COVE, NY – Recognizing that a hospital stay for patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease can provoke anxiety and confusion, Glen Cove Hospital recently teamed with the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) to train Geriatric Unit nurses and other caregivers on how to enhance patient care.
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March 4, 2010 — Excellence in Care Specialist Training Set for Framingham, MA
NEW YORK, NY—Looking to put your dementia care background to even greater use? The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will be holding a training session for experienced dementia care professionals on April 30 in Framingham, MA that will enable them to conduct evaluations and consultations in their local communities as part of AFA's Excellence in Care Dementia Care Program of Distinction.
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February 23, 2010 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Offers Grant for Innovative Service
NEW YORK, NY—As local non-profit organizations continue to seek alternative funding sources to keep their programs and services going, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) today announced that it will be accepting applications for a $25,000 grant to support an innovative program or service that improves the lives of those affected by Alzheimer’s disease or a related illness.
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February 11, 2010 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Applauds Social Security for Speeding Disability Benefits for Early-Onset Alzheimer’s Disease
NEW YORK, NY—The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) today applauded the Social Security Administration for including early-onset Alzheimer’s disease among the medical conditions that will be given automatic approval for disability benefits, rather than have individuals go through what could be a lengthy qualification process.
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December 29, 2009 — Dementia Care Professionals of America Names North Carolina Adult Day Coordinator 2009 ‘Dementia Care Professional of the Year’
NEW YORK, NY—From escorting two elderly clients who could no longer drive on a “date” to joining other volunteers in caring for an ill individual with Alzheimer’s disease at an adult day center over a weekend—each on her own time, professional Karen Bridges goes the extra mile for the people she cares for professionally as well as in her personal life.
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October 28, 2009 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to Hold National Memory Screening Day
Actor Hector Elizondo Urges Americans to Get Screened
NEW YORK, NY — As research continues to mount about the effectiveness of memory screenings and the benefits of early detection of memory problems, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will hold its 7th annual National Memory Screening Day on November 17.
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September 21, 2009 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Names Actor Hector Elizondo as Honorary Chairman
NEW YORK, NY—The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) today announced that actor Hector Elizondo, whose mother had Alzheimer’s disease, will serve as the honorary celebrity chairman of AFA.
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September 17, 2009 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Applauds Inclusion of Cognitive Screening for Medicare Beneficiaries in Senate Finance Committee Health Reform Proposal
NEW YORK, NY—The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) today applauded Senate Finance Committee Chairman Max Baucus (D-MT) and Senator Tom Carper (D-DE), who spearheaded the provision, for including cognitive impairment screening for Medicare beneficiaries in Baucus’ healthcare reform proposal, “America’s Healthy Future Act of 2009.”
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September 10 , 2009 — ‘Today’ Show’s Joy Bauer to Keynote Alzheimer’s Foundation National Conference
Powerful Dementia-Related ‘Quilt to Remember’ to be Displayed
NEW YORK, NY — As Alzheimer’s disease takes hold of more aging Americans, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will host a free national conference in Chicago on September 24 that will offer strategies for individuals living with the disease today and those hoping to head it off tomorrow.
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August 27, 2009 — Bridgeway Pointe Memory Care Unit Awarded ‘Excellence in Care’ Status
NEW YORK, NY — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) recently awarded its “Excellence in Care Dementia Program of Distinction” status to the memory care unit at Bridgeway Pointe in Cincinnati for achieving AFA’s national standard of excellence for facilities that provide care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related illnesses.
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July 16, 2009 — Baton Rouge Adult Day Center Receives ‘Excellence in Dementia Care’ Status
NEW YORK, NY- The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) recently awarded its “Excellence in Care Dementia Program of Distinction” status to Charlie’s Place of Baton Rouge, LA for achieving AFA’s national standard of excellence for facilities that provide care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related illnesses.
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July 9, 2009 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America and SamarionSM Form Strategic Alliance to Enhance Care for Individuals with Dementia
Partnership will focus on innovative technologies and enhanced caregiver training
NEW YORK, NY —The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), New York, NY, and Samarion Inc., Jackson, MS, announced today that they have formed a strategic partnership to address the critical need for optimal dementia care through Samarion’s quality improvement technology and AFA’s enhanced training programs for healthcare professionals.
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June 9, 2009 — National Group Seeks Nominations for ‘Dementia Care Professional of the Year’
NEW YORK, NY — There are many healthcare professionals who go above and beyond each day to help individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, and their families. It is the efforts of these individuals that Dementia Care Professionals of America (DCPA) seeks to recognize in calling for nominations for its third annual “Dementia Care Professional of the Year” award.
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May 21, 2009 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Promotes Free Memory Screenings Year-Round
NEW YORK, NY — As part of its ongoing initiative to promote early detection of memory problems and successful aging, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) recently introduced a new program that encourages local organizations across the country to offer free, confidential memory screenings and education about brain health throughout the year.
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April 13, 2009 — Alzheimer’s Foundation Awards ‘Excellence in Care’ Status to Juniper Village at Aurora
NEW YORK, NY — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) recently awarded its “Excellence in Care Dementia Care Program of Distinction” status to Juniper Village at Aurora Wellspring Memory Care Community, a continuum of care community in Aurora, CO that provides care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.
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February 2, 2009 — Two Illinois Assisted Living Facilities Receive ‘Excellence in Dementia Care’ Status
NEW YORK, NY — The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) recently awarded its “Excellence in Care Dementia Care Program of Distinction” status to two assisted living residences in Illinois that specialize in caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses.
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January 7, 2009 — National Group Names ‘Dementia Care Professional of the Year’
Ferndale, WA Educator Cited for Expertise, Dedication
NEW YORK, NY — Day in and day out for years, Madaleine Lippert of Ferndale, WA has devoted herself to educating and supporting individuals in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease and caregivers.
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October 28, 2008 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Offers Free Memory Screenings Nationwide
Initiative Addresses Healthcare Concerns, Gains Support of Leading Professional Groups
NEW YORK, NY – During this time of heightened concerns about rising healthcare costs, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) will offer free memory screenings at more than 2,000 local sites across the country as part of its 6 th annual National Memory Screening Day on November 18 th.
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June 25, 2008 — Alzheimer’s Foundation Challenges Nation to Contribute to Quilt to Remember
Call to Action Comes in Light of Climbing Death Rate
NEW YORK, NY— For the past two years, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) Quilt to Remember has been powerfully yet tenderly sharing the stories of lives lost to Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses—those like Noble Shaw, a veteran married to Glenda for 46 years; Porter Burt, a farmer; and Audrey Zieske, who taught her daughter how to sew.
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June 24, 2008 — National Group Seeks Nominations for ‘Dementia Care Professional of the Year’
NEW YORK, NY — As part of its mission to acknowledge the efforts of those involved in Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses, Dementia Care Professionals of America (DCPA) is seeking nominations for its second annual “Dementia Care Professional of the Year” award.
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December 19, 2007 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Awards Excellence in Dementia Care Status to First Adult Day Center, More Long-Term Care Settings
NEW YORK, NY – The Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) recently awarded its “Excellence in Care Dementia Program of Distinction” status to the nation’s first adult day center and three more assisted living facilities that have achieved AFA’s nationwide standard of excellence for facilities that provide care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related illnesses.
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June 12, 2007 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Awards First Excellence in Dementia Care Status to Two New York Facilities that Meet National Standards
NEW YORK, NY—The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) recently awarded its “Excellence in Care Dementia Program of Distinction” status to the nation’s first two dementia care settings that have successfully achieved AFA’s nationwide standard of excellence for facilities that provide care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related illnesses. Both settings are located in New York City.
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November 17, 2006 — Alzheimer’s Foundation of America Sets Standard of Excellence for Dementia Settings
NEW YORK, NY—As part of its ongoing efforts to raise the bar on dementia care, the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA) has developed a nationwide standard of excellence for settings that provide care to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or related dementias.
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