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New York City Meet & Greet

April 30 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event at 5th & Mad, in Midtown Manhattan, on Tuesday, April 30, starting…

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Terre Haute, Ind. Meet & Greet

April 27 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event in Terre Haute, Indiana on Saturday, April 27, starting at 2:00 p.m.…

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Perspectives in Research Webinar: Navigating Social and Legal Challenges in Familial FTD

April 26 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm EDT

Join us for a conversation with Prof. Jalayne Arias, a researcher focused on policy, ethics, and law, and genetic counselor Laynie Dratch as they discuss important considerations for families impacted by…

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At the Heart of Caring: A Caregiver’s Journal

April 17, 2024 - April 17, 2025

Written by Katherine Long and Lindsay Feinberg in memory of Lindsay’s father, Andrew Feinberg, At the Heart of Caring: A Caregiver’s Journal prompts the reader with daily activities to establish self-care…

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AFTD Advocacy Training for NY FTD Registry

April 16 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Join AFTD’s advocacy team for training to prepare New York residents to advocate for the passage of state Senate Bill S7874, sponsored by Michelle Hinchey. If passed, the bill would…

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Los Angeles, Calif. Meet & Greet

March 30 @ 6:30 am - 7:30 pm EDT

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event, hosted by AFTD volunteer Alma Valencia at Be Nice Have Fun, a…

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Spring Valley, Minn. Meet & Greet

March 23 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EDT

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event, hosted by AFTD Ambassador Deb Scharper, in Spring Valley, Minn., on Saturday,…

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Alzheimer’s Association Journey WA State Chapter Journey Conference

March 23 @ 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm EDT

The Alzheimer’s Association Washington State Chapter is hosting its annual Journey Conference for care partners of persons with dementia. AFTD Ambassador Joanne Linerud will be hosting AFTD’s information table at the event. The…

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Understanding Dementia with a Focus on Alzheimer’s & FTD

March 20 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm EDT

Join AFTD Ambassador Dawn O’Gara and Julie McMurray, MA, LMHC, CDP, of the Alzheimer’s Association for this virtual presentation on FTD and Alzheimer’s disease. Attendees will learn about the signs…

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AFTD Webinar — Making a Difference: Becoming an FTD Advocate

March 19 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

Many members of the AFTD community have found meaning and purpose by becoming an FTD advocate, working to make the journey easier for the next family. But how does one…

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2024 Los Angeles Marathon

March 17

Join select AFTD staff and members of the local community as we bring greater FTD awareness to the surrounding Los Angeles area and raise funds to help people affected by…

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There’s More Than Alzheimer’s: Sharing the Spotlight with Lewy Body Dementia and Frontotemporal Degeneration

March 13 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm EDT

AFTD Ambassador Jackie Shapiro will talk about FTD at this workshop presented by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA). Attendees will learn about the causes, risk factors, and symptoms of…

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Sacramento, Calif. Meet & Greet

March 10 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm EDT

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this AFTD Meet & Greet event, taking place in Roseville, California, outside of Sacramento, on Sunday, March 10, starting…

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Memphis, Tenn. Meet & Greet

March 2 @ 11:30 am - 12:30 pm EST

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this virtual AFTD Meet & Greet event for people in and around Memphis, Tennessee on Saturday, March 2, starting…

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New Orleans, La. Meet & Greet

March 2 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm EST

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this virtual Meet & Greet event in New Orleans on Saturday, March 2, starting at 10:00 a.m. CT. The…

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Alzheimer’s Association New England Family Conference

March 2 @ 9:30 am - 2:00 pm EST

The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a free virtual educational conference for those living with dementia, care partners, family members, and the general public March 1-2, 2024. Live translation to Spanish…

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Alzheimer’s Association New England Family Conference

March 1 @ 9:30 am - 2:00 pm EST

The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting a free virtual educational conference for those living with dementia, care partners, family members, and the general public March 1-2, 2024. Live translation to Spanish…

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“Smple Mnds” Fundraiser

March 1 - August 31

HL McIntyre from the UK is holding a fundraiser for her book, “Smple Mnds” where 20% of proceeds from the book sales will be donated to AFTD’s mission for the…

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Fresno, Calif. Meet & Greet

February 26 @ 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this AFTD Meet & Greet event, taking place in Fresno, California on Monday, February 26, starting at 6:00 p.m.…

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Delray Beach, Fla. Meet & Greet

February 24 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am EST

Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this virtual AFTD Meet & Greet event for people in and around Delray Beach, Florida on Saturday, February 24,…

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