Events & Programs Calendar
Stay connected with what’s happening across Alaska. From support groups and education sessions to community events and trainings, our calendar is your go-to place for upcoming opportunities to learn, connect, and engage. ARA’s classes and events are designed to empower individual Alaskans and the families affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias as well as the professionals who support them.
Events
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50+ Art of Science & Aging: Healthy Living Summit
We are proud to present at the Fairbanks 50+ Art of Science & Aging: Healthy Living Summit, a community-focused event dedicated to supporting healthy aging across the lifespan. Hosted by Foundation Health Partners in collaboration with the Fairbanks North Star Borough, this free summit brings together community members, service providers, and healthcare professionals to explore…
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Art Links – Mat Su (in-person)
Alzheimer's Resource Alaska at Mat-Su Health Foundation 777 N. Crusey St. Ste B101, Wasilla, AlaskaCome and share the joy of Art Links with us! Art Links is a social support program that promotes engagement for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias or seniors at risk of isolation and depression. By using a variety of creative art ideas, we promote self-expression as well as socialization and meaningful connections.…
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
ZoomHaving an intimate partner who has some form of dementia can create challenges that are different from those who are caring for a parent, sibling or other relative or friend. ARA currently has two separate support groups specifically for caregivers or care partners who are caring for their intimate partners. These groups provide the safe…
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Fairbanks Caregiver Support Group
Noel Wien Library 1215 Cowles St, Fairbanks, AK, United StatesCaregiving can be deeply meaningful and, at times, incredibly hard. It is normal to feel both fulfilled and overwhelmed. You may sometimes feel like no one truly understands what you are going through, but you are not alone. We are here to listen, and support is available. Caregiver Support Groups connect people with shared experiences…
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Ten Keys to Dementia Risk Reduction – Anchorage
Alzheimer's Resource Alaska Anchorage Office 1750 Abbott Road, Anchorage, AK, United StatesTen Keys to Dementia Risk Reduction: A program for cognitive wellness and resilience. The Ten Keys to Dementia course offers a practical and empowering look at how everyday lifestyle choices influence brain health, and what you can begin doing today to lower your risk of developing dementia. Across ten focused sessions, participants explore one or two…
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Savvy Caregiver: April 6 – May 11
This online class is for family members caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia. The class meets for six-weeks from April 6th-May 11th for two hours each week. The focus is on improving the practice of caregiving. There is a thorough overview of Alzheimer's disease and related dementia as well as…
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Legal Services Clinic
Need help with legal planning? Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska’s Legal Service Clinic offers free 30-minute sessions on powers of attorney, wills, bequests, advance directives and other legal services. Only six spots available each session, reserve yours today by contacting Gay Wellman at gwellman@alzalaska.org or 907-822-5620.
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Community Conversation on Brain Health
Craig-Klawock Senior Center 465 Summit St # 201, Klawock, AlaskaJoin us for a community presentation focused on understanding Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, what changes in memory may mean, and steps you can take to support long term brain health. This conversation is designed to be approachable, informative, and relevant for anyone who wants to learn more. During our visit, we will…
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
ZoomHaving an intimate partner who has some form of dementia can create challenges that are different from those who are caring for a parent, sibling or other relative or friend. ARA currently has two separate support groups specifically for caregivers or care partners who are caring for their intimate partners. These groups provide the safe…
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Caregiver Support Group: Mat Su
Alzheimer's Resource Alaska at Mat-Su Health Foundation 777 N. Crusey St. Ste B101, Wasilla, AlaskaA caregiver support group offers the chance to be among people who understand what you’re going through and can relate in a supportive environment. They also offer opportunities to learn new ways of approaching problems and challenges. Together, we can trade isolation for connection, worry for encouragement, and burnout for a little more hope. Registration…
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Caregiver 101: What is Normal Aging
Understanding the difference between normal aging and signs of dementia is an important first step in supporting brain health. CG101: What is Normal Aging helps participants explore the physical, cognitive, and emotional changes that can occur as we age, and how to distinguish typical changes from those that may signal something more serious. In this…
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Community Conversation on Brain Health
Totem Trail Café Eastern Prince Of Wales Island Kasaan, AK 99950Join us for a community presentation focused on understanding Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, what changes in memory may mean, and steps you can take to support long term brain health. This conversation is designed to be approachable, informative, and relevant for anyone who wants to learn more. During our visit, we will…