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.
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Ten 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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Mental 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 65. We know direct care staff as well as spouses, partners or other family members do the majority of caregiving for older adults. As a… |
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This 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 Positive Physical Approach® interaction skills to navigate challenging behaviors, role play common caregiving situations and utilize their physical skills, including ways to ‘activate’ their care… 
We most often think of grief as a response to the death of someone close. It is that, but it is more. For caregivers, it is something 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… 
Come and share the joy of Art Links with us via Zoom! 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… |
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Join 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 experience and provides insight into what day-to-day life is like for a person living with Alzheimer’s disease and a related dementia (ADRD). This experience will… 
Come 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.… 
When Fridays, February 27 through April 17 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Where Anchorage Senior Activity Center Ballroom About Come experience the power of music, connection, and community with the Forget Me Not Chorus. This welcoming chorus is designed for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, related dementias, or memory loss and their caregivers. Participants are welcome… |
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Ten 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… 
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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Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska is proud to be a key partner in the Dementia Care in Alaska ECHO, a free six session statewide virtual learning series developed in collaboration with the University of Alaska Anchorage Center for Human Development’s Alaska Training Cooperative and Project ECHO educational programs. We are actively involved in steering this project to… |
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Caregiving 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 what you are going through, but you are not alone. We understand, and support is available. Caregiver Support Groups bring together people with shared experiences…
Ten 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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When Fridays, February 27 through April 17 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Where Anchorage Senior Activity Center Ballroom About Come experience the power of music, connection, and community with the Forget Me Not Chorus. This welcoming chorus is designed for individuals living with Alzheimer’s, related dementias, or memory loss and their caregivers. Participants are welcome… 
Come 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.… 
When a loved one begins showing signs of dementia, starting important conversations can feel overwhelming. This program, presented in collaboration with the Alzheimer’s Association, offers practical guidance for breaking the ice and approaching sensitive topics with compassion and clarity. Participants will learn strategies for discussing medical evaluation and treatment, knowing when it’s time to stop… |
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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… 
Caregiving 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: 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…
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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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.
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… 
A 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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We are proud to participate in and present at the 25th Annual Full Lives Conference, hosted by the UAA Center for Human Development’s Alaska Training Cooperative in partnership with the State of Alaska Senior and Disability Services, the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority, and the Stone Soup Group. This statewide conference brings together direct service…
We 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,… 
Come 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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We are proud to participate in and present at the 25th Annual Full Lives Conference, hosted by the UAA Center for Human Development’s Alaska Training Cooperative in partnership with the State of Alaska Senior and Disability Services, the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority, and the Stone Soup Group. This statewide conference brings together direct service…
When: Friday, April 17th 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM Where : Anchorage Senior Activity Center Ballroom Come celebrate the power of music, connection, and community at the Forget Me Not Chorus Final Concert. The chorus brings together individuals living with Alzheimer’s, related dementias, or memory loss alongside their caregivers in a joyful and supportive musical… 
Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska will be participating in A Woman’s Affair, one of Fairbanks’ most anticipated annual community events, with a booth throughout the weekend. Hosted by KO Productions, A Woman’s Affair is a vibrant, three-day event that brings together more than 150 local businesses, nonprofits, and organizations, attracting thousands of attendees from across the Interior.… |
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Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska will be participating in A Woman’s Affair, one of Fairbanks’ most anticipated annual community events, with a booth throughout the weekend. Hosted by KO Productions, A Woman’s Affair is a vibrant, three-day event that brings together more than 150 local businesses, nonprofits, and organizations, attracting thousands of attendees from across the Interior.… 
Caring for someone with dementia at the end of life can be one of the most meaningful and challenging parts of the caregiving journey. CG101: End of Life provides guidance, understanding, and support for navigating this stage with compassion and confidence. In this Caregiving 101 class, participants will learn what to expect as dementia progresses,… |
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Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska will be participating in A Woman’s Affair, one of Fairbanks’ most anticipated annual community events, with a booth throughout the weekend. Hosted by KO Productions, A Woman’s Affair is a vibrant, three-day event that brings together more than 150 local businesses, nonprofits, and organizations, attracting thousands of attendees from across the Interior.… |
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Ten 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…
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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Alzheimer’s Resource Alaska is proud to be a key partner in the Dementia Care in Alaska ECHO, a free six session statewide virtual learning series developed in collaboration with the University of Alaska Anchorage Center for Human Development’s Alaska Training Cooperative and Project ECHO educational programs. We are actively involved in steering this project to… 
Memory Cafés are free gatherings that offer a warm, supportive place for people with dementia, their care partners, and anyone interested in brain health to connect, share, and enjoy music, coffee, and conversation. No registration required. |
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Caregiving for someone living with dementia often calls for creativity, patience, and meaningful ways to connect beyond words. The Power of Art and Music in Dementia Care explores how creative expression can become a powerful tool for communication, comfort, and engagement. In this Caregiving 101 class, participants will learn how music and art can help…
Caregiving 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 what you are going through, but you are not alone. We understand, and support is available. Caregiver Support Groups bring together people with shared experiences…
Ten 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… |
1 event,
Come 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.… |
1 event,
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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2 events,
Ten 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…
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… |
1 event,
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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1 event,
Ten 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… |
1 event,
Come 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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Save the date for our 2026 fundraiser Amblin’ for Alzheimer’s on Saturday, May 2nd! This special event brings together our community to raise awareness and support for Alaskans affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. All funds raised stay in Alaska, directly supporting individuals living with Alzheimer's and related dementias, as well as their families… |
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