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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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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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CANCELLED: Interfaith Day of Learning: Spiritual Care for the Journey
Amazing Grace Lutheran Church 10955 Elmore Road, Anchorage, AKThis class is cancelled due to weather. Alzheimer's Resource Alaska invites you to join us for a meaningful interfaith afternoon of learning, conversation, and support focused on dementia awareness, prevention,…
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Caregiver 101: Intimacy, Sexuality & Dementia
Virtual EventConversations about sexual expression among older adults and individuals living with dementia can feel uncomfortable, yet they are essential. Join us for an informative discussion on sexuality, aging, and dementia,…
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Virtual Dementia Tour: Juneau
Juneau Capital Building 120 4th St, Juneau, AK, United StatesJoin us to gain a better understanding of the experiences and needs of a person living with ADRD. This free, 30-minute Virtual Dementia Tour will give you an up-close, hands-on…
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Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults
Alaska Commission on Aging - Juneau 350 Main Street - Room 115, Juneau, United StatesMental 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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Dementia Care Skills
Alaska Commission on Aging - Juneau 350 Main Street - Room 115, Juneau, United StatesThis 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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Statewide Caregiver Support Group: Virtual
ZoomCaregiving can be both deeply meaningful and incredibly challenging. It is common to feel rewarded and overwhelmed at the same time. You may sometimes feel like no one truly understands…
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Art Links – Wasilla (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…
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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.…