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Dementia is Hell: Hells Canyon Car Cruise
AFTD Ambassador Scott Rose is hosting a car cruise on Labor Day weekend 2025 in Portland Oregon to raise funds and FTD awareness. The cruise will be a beautiful 5…
Ohio Hybrid Caregiver Lunch and Learn: Frontotemporal Dementia
Bring a lunch and join AFTD Ambassador Judy Bearer for this lunch-and-learn event about frontotemporal degeneration (FTD), the most common cause of dementia in adults under 60 (though it can…
2024 Dallas Marathon
Please support our team as we take on the 2024 Dallas Marathon on December 14-15 and raise money for AFTD!
14th Annual Quest for the Cure Golf Tournament
The 14th annual Quest for the Cure Golf Tournament hosted by the Robert M. Hatfield Foundation is taking place on December 13, 2024, at the Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club…
Perspectives in FTD Webinar: FTD Research 2024 — Where We’ve Come From and Where We’re Headed
The science of FTD is evolving at a rapid pace and it can be difficult to interpret the scientific advancements and how they may impact families facing an FTD diagnosis.…
AFTD Advocacy: State Resolution Training
This training will cover the process of how to obtain a resolution — from identifying your legislators to receiving your approved resolution. It will also cover press strategies to maximize…
In-Person Meet & Greet in Manchester, NH
Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event, hosted by AFTD Ambassador Shirley Gordon and Kevin Rhodes, co-chair of the…
2024 Driving Hope for FTD Rare Bourbon and Scotch Holiday Auction
AFTD Board of Directors Alumni, Michael Stowell, is hosting the 2024 Driving Hope for FTD Rare Bourbon and Scotch Holiday Auction with proceeds to benefit AFTD’s mission. There’s two ways…
2024 Philadelphia Marathon
Join the AFTD-Team at the 2024 Philadelphia Marathon, as we bring greater FTD awareness to the surrounding Philadelphia area and raise funds to help people affected by FTD. The AFTD-Team…
In-Person Meet & Greet in New York, NY
Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event, hosted by AFTD Ambassador Jackie Shapiro. Light appetizers will be provided. Cash…
AFTD Webinar: Care Partner Learning Series — Navigating the Holidays with an FTD Diagnosis
The changes brought on by an FTD diagnosis can make navigating the holidays difficult. The routine changes of travel, large crowds, and busy days can lead to unsuccessful holiday experiences.…
2024 Penn FTD Center Annual Caregiver Conference: Nurturing our Caregivers
AFTD staff will be hosting an informational table at the Penn FTD Center’s 2024 Caregiver Conference, titled Nurturing Our Caregivers, being held Monday, November 18, 2024 from 8:30 AM – 3:30…
Shine a Light on All Dementias
AFTD Volunteer Mike Dircksen will be hosting an AFTD information table at the 6th Annual Shine a Light on ALL Dementias community event on November 16, 2024, 3:30 PM to…
In-Person Meet & Greet in Reno, NV
Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event hosted by AFTD Ambassador Scott Oxarart. Please RSVP to Scott at soxarart@theaftd.org.…
In-Person Meet & Greet in Spokane, WA
Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event, hosted by AFTD Ambassador Joanne Linerud. RSVP for this event by emailing…
FTD and Young Onset Meet & Greet in San Diego, CA
Join Alzheimer’s San Diego, For Their Thoughts Foundation, and AFTD for an informal Meet & Greet, have your questions answered, and learn more about the services and support the three…
In-Person Meet & Greet in St. Augustine, FL
Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event hosted by AFTD volunteer Marjorie Batschauer. Please RSVP to Marjorie at marjoriebatschauer@gmail.com.…
“50 & Better” Senior Health Fair
Join Robert Meddaugh, a member of AFTD’s Persons with FTD Advisory Council, who will host an information table with AFTD resources you can take with you at the Des Moines…
Alzheimer’s Association North Idaho Caregiver Conference
AFTD Ambassador Joanne Linerud will be hosting an information table at the Alzheimer’s Association North Idaho Caregiver Conference on November 8, 2024, from 9 AM – 2 PM PDT at the…
Cuyahoga Senior Expo
Join Sandra Grow, AFTD Board of Directors Alumnus, as she hosts an information table with AFTD resources on November 8, 2024, 10 AM to 1 PM at the Cuyahoga County…