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New AFTD Resource Offers Guidance on FTD Genetics

Visitors to AFTD’s website can now find a comprehensive new section on FTD genetics. This resource offers…

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Ways to Support AFTD with a Year-End Gift

AFTD deeply appreciates the generosity and dedication of our volunteers, our donors, and all who work to…

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AFTD Collaborates with Alector in Panel on Person-Centered Care

AFTD Advocacy Manager Matt Sharp and AFTD Ambassador Deb Scharper participated in a panel discussion on person-centered…

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Webinar: The Physical Therapist’s Role in FTD Care

Movement and physical activity are important parts of our daily lives. Yet for some people with FTD,…

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AFTD Joins Wave Life Sciences for Food for Thought Event

Biotechnology company Wave Life Sciences invited AFTD Fundraising Coordinator Brittany Andrews and AFTD Ambassador Corey Esannason to…

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Denali Therapeutics Partners with AFTD for Food for Thought Event

As part of AFTD’s Food for Thought campaign, AFTD Director of Research Engagement Shana Dodge, PhD, joined…

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Save the Date for the AFTD 2022 Education Conference: April 8, 2022

Connect, learn, and engage at the AFTD 2022 Education Conference. Persons with FTD, care partners, families, and…

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Webinar: The Role of Creative Arts Therapy and Engagement in FTD Care

How can creative arts therapists support and engage individuals and families living with FTD? This AFTD Educational Webinar defines…

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AFTD Documents the FTD Experience for the FDA in “Voice of the Patient” Report

AFTD has completed its Voice of the Patient report, summarizing and analyzing data and perspectives from more…

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Parker McKay Exits “The Voice” After Performance in Memory of Late Mother, Who Had FTD

Singer Parker McKay, whose mother lived with FTD, exited NBC’s The Voice following her battle round performance…

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