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World Health Organization Publishes “Blueprint” for Global Dementia Research
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published a blueprint for dementia research to guide stakeholders around the…
L.A. Rams Coach Zac Robinson Shows Support for AFTD’s Mission with Special Cleats
Zac Robinson, quarterback coach and pass game coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams, will don special AFTD-themed…
Guest Feature: Grace for Yourself
The FTD journey is an emotionally taxing experience, with feelings of guilt, anger, resentment, and frustration accompanying…
AFTD News: Fall 2022, Vol. 19, Issue 3
In this issue: From Hope to Action: AFTD Commits to Bold 2022-2025 Strategic Plan; AFTD Updates Several…
From Hope to Action: AFTD Commits to Bold 2022-2025 Strategic Plan
Earlier this year, AFTD’s Board of Directors approved an ambitious new Strategic Plan to guide our mission…
AFTD at 20: The Journey So Far
2002: AFTD is founded When Helen-Ann Comstock’s husband, Craig, was diagnosed with Pick’s disease — what we…
Teaming Up to Bring Hope to Action
“There’s a real fear around dementia that’s hard to combat, but giving people resources, tools, and guidance…
Destigmatizing Dementia to Improve the Caregiver Journey
Nicole Petrie, an FTD care partner and AFTD volunteer, became a caregiver advocate on social media by…
Help & Support: Sharing an FTD Diagnosis with Family and Friends
After receiving an FTD diagnosis, persons diagnosed and their care partners may wonder how to share this…
November’s Athlete of the Month: Kerry Brinkerhoff
AFTD’s Athlete of the Month for November is Kerry Brinkerhoff from Utah. Kerry runs for family members…