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 – 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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Caregiving 101: The GEMS – Using Skills That Make a Difference
Alzheimer's Resource Alaska at Mat-Su Health Foundation 777 N. Crusey St. Ste B101, Wasilla, AlaskaUnderstanding how dementia changes the brain can transform the way we provide care. The GEMS: Using Skills that Make a Difference introduces Teepa Snow’s GEMS® model, a practical framework that helps caregivers recognize retained abilities and adapt their approach to better support each individual. In this Caregiving 101 class, participants will learn how to “see…
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Mind Sharpener
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 is perfect for anyone looking to maintain or improve cognitive wellness, stay mentally active, and enjoy the benefits of a stronger, sharper brain. Held on…
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Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska Board Meeting
Our Board of Directors will meet at our Anchorage office located at 1750 Abbott Rd Anchorage AK 99507 or via Teams. This meeting is not open to the public and is posted here as a reminder for current board members. If you are interested in serving on our board, we welcome inquiries. Please contact our…
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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, often lasting for years before the passing of the one for whom they’re providing care. In the emotionally jumbled, stressful experience of being a caregiver,…
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Mind Sharpener
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 is perfect for anyone looking to maintain or improve cognitive wellness, stay mentally active, and enjoy the benefits of a stronger, sharper brain. Held on…
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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 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…
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Forget Me Not Chorus + Memory Café
Wasilla Area Senior Center 1301 S Century Cir, Wasilla, AKJoin us for a special, one-time Memory Café featuring the Forget Me Not Chorus. Experience the power of music, connection, and community through this unique chorus created for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, related dementias, or memory loss, alongside their caregivers. Memory Cafés are free gatherings that offer a warm, supportive place for people with dementia,…
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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. 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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Mind Sharpener
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 is perfect for anyone looking to maintain or improve cognitive wellness, stay mentally active, and enjoy the benefits of a stronger, sharper brain. Held on…