Memory Cafe Resources
First Choice Neurology's Memory Café resources include Alzheimer's and dementia training centers, support groups, libraries, journals, magazines, blogs, and valuable links.
Alzheimer’s Educational Materials and Centers
Training and Education Center (English)
Alzheimer's Association Training and Education Center offer a number of Alzheimer's and dementia courses available online, 24 hours a day.
https://training.alz.org/
Training and Education Center (Spanish)
La Alzheimer’s Association ofrece varios cursos acerca del Alzheimer y la demencia en línea, las 24 horas del día.
https://training.alz.org/espanol
Virtual Library
Explore our online resource center devoted to increasing knowledge about Alzheimer's and other dementias.
https://www.alz.org/help-support/resources/virtual_library
Brain & Life Magazine
Learn how to support yourself and others around you who are living with Dementia. Powered by trusted neurologists. Get your free subscription today. https://www.brainandlife.org/
First Choice Neurology Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and Memory Blogs:
Research Study Shows New Alzheimer’s Drug Slows Cognitive Decline
Medicare to Restrict Coverage of Anti-Amyloid Antibody Therapy for Alzheimer’s Patients
World Alzheimer’s Day: Alzheimer’s, Dementia, and the Brain
Biogen Offering Free Alzheimer’s Drug Aduhelm to Patients
First Florida Patient to Receive Biogen Aducanumab Infusion
Lumbar Puncture for Cerebrospinal Fluid is a Vital Tool to Assess Amyloid Build Up in Alzheimer’s
Valuable Links:
Alzheimer’s Association
https://www.alz.org
Alzheimer's Foundation of America
A nonprofit organization providing support, services & education to those affected by Alzheimer's disease nationwide, and funding research toward a cure.
https://alzfdn.org
Alzheimer's Organization
Alzheimer's Organization provides easy-to-understand information about Alzheimer's and dementia- its symptoms, prevention strategies, and treatment options.
https://www.alzheimersorganization.org
Dementia Society of America®
We are your leading volunteer-driven, all-Dementias nonprofit in America. Learn about Alzheimer's disease, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia, Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD), and more.
https://www.dementiasociety.org
Lewy Body Dementia Association
Lewy Body Dementia Association (LBDA) is an organization committed to advocating for, educating, and supporting those affected by Lewy body dementia.
https://www.lbda.org
Alzheimers.gov
Find information on Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Explore resources from federal government agencies for people with dementia, caregivers, and their families.
https://www.alzheimers.gov
Alzheimer's Navigator
Alzheimer's Navigator helps guide Caregivers to answers by creating a personalized action plan and linking you to information, support, and local resources.
https://www.alzheimersnavigator.org
ALZ STARS
The Florida Department of Elder Affairs and the Alzheimer's Association Florida chapters have developed the ALZ STARS program, a joint initiative to increase awareness of dementia and the resources available to Floridians.
https://www.flowcode.com/page/alzprogramsanytime
Alzheimer's Disease Education and Referral Center (ADEAR)
For consumers on Alzheimer's disease from the National Institute on Aging. The database includes fact sheets, textbook chapters, journal articles, brochures, teaching manuals, directories, videos and other media, bibliographies, program descriptions, monographs, newsletters and reports that are available from a wide variety of sources through their home page. Resources are available in English and Spanish.
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers
Alzheimer's Research Forum
Alzheimer's Research Forum is primarily geared toward researchers, but persons with Alzheimer's and families may also benefit.
http://www.alzforum.org
Alzheimer Store from Ageless Design
This online store carries a variety of products for the person with Alzheimer's. Consumers should investigate each resource to determine individual preferences.
http://www.alzstore.com
ClinicalTrials.gov
Federally and privately funded clinical research with human volunteers. Locate information about a trial's purpose, who may participate, locations, phone numbers, and whether a trial is still recruiting.
https://clinicaltrials.gov
Family Caregiver Alliance (FCA)
FCA's Resources include fact sheets, newsletters, research studies, reports, policy briefs, and more available for anyone needing information on caregiving or developing programs and services for families.
https://www.caregiver.org
National Institute on Aging – Research Resources
The National Institute on Aging manages a database of NIA-supported scientific resources, datasets, informatics resources, and more. Search by keyword, resource type or division of the NIA or Intramural Research Program (IRP).
https://www.nia.nih.gov/research/resources
National Library of Medicine – MedlinePlus
Extensive information about drugs, an illustrated medical encyclopedia, interactive patient tutorials, and health news. Pages related to dementia and dementia care are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Alzheimer's Caregivers and Memory. The information is also available in Spanish: Enfermedad de Alzheimer, Demencia, Proveedores de atención al paciente con Alzheimer, Memoria.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus
Community Resource Finder
https://www.communityresourcefinder.org
How to Make a Sensory Room for Dementia Patients
A guide by Dr. Anke Jakob, design researcher at Kingston University, and Dr. Lesley Collier, senior lecturer in occupational therapy at University of Southampton. This guide offers advice on best practice regarding the engagement of residents living with dementia in daily activities that support their health and sense of wellbeing.
Click here to download
National Council on Aging (NCOA) Home Safety for Older Adults Comprehensive Guide
The Guide includes information for emergency help, interior home safety, exterior home safety, products for aging in place, home safety checklist, home safety modifications, and a printable checklist
https://www.ncoa.org/adviser/sleep/home-safety-older-adults/
Alzheimer’s Support Groups
Alzheimer’s Association – South Florida
Alzheimer’s Association Southeast Florida Chapter serves eight counties with education and support. They provide education and support to all those facing Alzheimer’s and other dementias throughout the community, including those living with the disease, caregivers, health care professionals, and families. They are also committed to advocating for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer’s disease and advancing critical research toward methods of treatment, prevention, and, ultimately, a cure.
https://www.alz.org/seflorida?set=1
Alzheimer’s Association ALZConnected®
A free online community where people living with Alzheimer’s, caregivers, family, and friends can ask questions, get advice and find support.
https://www.alzconnected.org