Alzheimer's Foundation of America

Address

322 8th Ave., 16th Floor.
New York, NY 10001

(866) 232-8484

http://www.alzfdn.org/index.htm

Description:

Our mission is to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families through member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.

AFA and/or our member organizations offer all or most of the following services:
Licensed/certified social workers. Professionals offer vital information and counseling to those affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
Resource and referral centers. Knowledgeable staff provides information and links to community resources, healthcare professionals, social services and other support.
Educational conferences and workshops. They are presented in English as well as in other languages to reach ethnic populations.
Identification programs. Bracelets and state-of-the-art technology, such as Project Lifesaver's wristband transmitters, help with the identification and safe return of wanderers.
Early-stage and middle-stage programs. These include social and intellectual stimulation programs and support groups for individuals in the early and middle stages of dementia.
Social-model adult day services. These programs provide cognitive stimulation and recreational therapies to individuals in various stages of the disease.
Family-oriented services. Support groups and bereavement groups are available for caregivers and other family members.
Respite programs. In-home respite care and overnight respite programs are designed to provide temporary relief for family caregivers.
Telephone "buddy" programs. Staff or volunteers, many of whom have been caregivers themselves, support and educate caregivers. Caregivers can call into a telephone support network, Care Connection, each week.
Memory screenings. These free, confidential screenings are administered to those concerned about memory loss, with the goal of early detection.
Books, DVDs, products and equipment. These are made available to educate families and healthcare professionals, and to meet essential care needs and improve quality of life for those with dementia.

Description

Our mission is �to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families�through member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.� AFA and/or our member organizations offer all or most of the following services: Licensed/certified social workers. Professionals offer vital information and counseling to those affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Resource and referral centers. Knowledgeable staff provides information and links to community resources, healthcare professionals, social services and other support. Educational conferences and workshops. They are presented in English as well as in other languages to reach ethnic populations. Identification programs. Bracelets and state-of-the-art technology, such as Project Lifesaver's wristband transmitters, help with the identification and safe return of wanderers. Early-stage and middle-stage programs. These include social and intellectual stimulation programs and support groups for individuals in the early and middle stages of dementia. Social-model adult day services. These programs provide cognitive stimulation and recreational therapies to individuals in various stages of the disease. Family-oriented services. Support groups and bereavement groups are available for caregivers and other family members. Respite programs. In-home respite care and overnight respite programs are designed to provide temporary relief for family caregivers. Telephone "buddy" programs. Staff or volunteers, many of whom have been caregivers themselves, support and educate caregivers. Caregivers can call into a telephone support network, Care Connection, each week. Memory screenings. These free, confidential screenings are administered to those concerned about memory loss, with the goal of early detection. Books, DVDs, products and equipment. These are made available to educate families and healthcare professionals, and to meet essential care needs and improve quality of life for those with dementia.

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Rhode Island

    Contact

    Name:
    Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr.
    Title:
    President & CEO
    Phone:
    646-638-1542
    Email:
    cfuschillo@alzfdn.org

    Telephone Numbers

    Number:
    866-232-8484
    Name:
    Main Phone social services team.
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    General Information

    Is Shelter?

    No

    Miscellaneous

    Related Resource

    Date of Official Change:

    April 8, 2024

    Legal Status:

    Non-Profit

    Description

    Our mission is �to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families�through member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.� AFA and/or our member organizations offer all or most of the following services: Licensed/certified social workers. Professionals offer vital information and counseling to those affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Resource and referral centers. Knowledgeable staff provides information and links to community resources, healthcare professionals, social services and other support. Educational conferences and workshops. They are presented in English as well as in other languages to reach ethnic populations. Identification programs. Bracelets and state-of-the-art technology, such as Project Lifesaver's wristband transmitters, help with the identification and safe return of wanderers. Early-stage and middle-stage programs. These include social and intellectual stimulation programs and support groups for individuals in the early and middle stages of dementia. Social-model adult day services. These programs provide cognitive stimulation and recreational therapies to individuals in various stages of the disease. Family-oriented services. Support groups and bereavement groups are available for caregivers and other family members. Respite programs. In-home respite care and overnight respite programs are designed to provide temporary relief for family caregivers. Telephone "buddy" programs. Staff or volunteers, many of whom have been caregivers themselves, support and educate caregivers. Caregivers can call into a telephone support network, Care Connection, each week. Memory screenings. These free, confidential screenings are administered to those concerned about memory loss, with the goal of early detection. Books, DVDs, products and equipment. These are made available to educate families and healthcare professionals, and to meet essential care needs and improve quality of life for those with dementia.

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Rhode Island

      Contact

      Name:
      Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr.
      Title:
      President & CEO
      Phone:
      646-638-1542
      Email:
      cfuschillo@alzfdn.org

      Telephone Numbers

      Number:
      866-232-8484
      Name:
      Main Phone social services team.
      Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LT-1750.1700) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Geographies Served

      • Serves All Areas

      Address Listings

      Mailing

      322 8th Ave., 16th Floor.
      New York, NY 10001

      Physical (Primary)

      322 8th Ave., 16th Floor.
      New York, NY 10001

      Contacts

      Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr.

      Primary Contact

      President & CEO

      (646) 638-1542

      cfuschillo@alzfdn.org

      Main contact

      Phone Numbers

      Main Phone social services team.

      (866) 232-8484

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