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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Art Links – Fairbanks (in-person)
Timber Creek Senior Living 3415 Trothno Ln, Fairbanks, AKCome and share the joy of Art Links with us in Fairbanks! Art Links is a social support program that promotes engagement for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related…
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Mind Sharpener (Mind Aerobics)
ZoomYour brain deserves a workout just as much as your body does. Mind Sharpener is a fun, interactive program designed to keep your mind active, flexible, and strong. This program…
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Improving Lives Conference
Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center 600 W 7th Ave, Anchorage, AKThe Improving Lives Conference, hosted by the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority, brings together healthcare professionals, service providers, advocates, policymakers, community organizations, and Trust beneficiaries from across Alaska to strengthen…
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Statewide Grief Support Group
ZoomWe most often think of grief as a response to the death of someone close. It is that, but it is more. For caregivers, it issomething that is continuous, daily,…
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Art Links – Fairbanks (in-person)
North Pole Senior Center 101 E 5th Ave, North Pole, Alaska, United StatesCome and share the joy of Art Links with us in Fairbanks! Art Links is a social support program that promotes engagement for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and related…
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Improving Lives Conference
Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center 600 W 7th Ave, Anchorage, AKThe Improving Lives Conference, hosted by the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority, brings together healthcare professionals, service providers, advocates, policymakers, community organizations, and Trust beneficiaries from across Alaska to strengthen…
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Mind Sharpener (Mind Aerobics)
ZoomYour brain deserves a workout just as much as your body does. Mind Sharpener is a fun, interactive program designed to keep your mind active, flexible, and strong. This program…
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Caregiver 101: Intimacy, Sexually, Dementia
ZoomDementia can affect intimacy, relationships, and sexual expression in ways that are often unexpected and difficult to discuss. This class provides a respectful, supportive environment to explore how dementia may…
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Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults
South Peninsula Hospital (SHP) Training Center 4014 Lake St, Homer, AKMental Health First Aid for Older Adults is designed to take the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use problems experienced by adults over…
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Mind Sharpener (Mind Aerobics)
ZoomYour brain deserves a workout just as much as your body does. Mind Sharpener is a fun, interactive program designed to keep your mind active, flexible, and strong. This program…
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Dementia Care Skills
South Peninsula Hospital (SHP) Training Center 4014 Lake St, Homer, AKThis workshop introduces participants to dementia; how it affects the brain, sensory system and visual range. Participants will discuss normal vs not normal aging traits. Participants will learn & practice…
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Intimate Partner Caregiver Support Group
Having 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.…
