Afa . Email & Phone Number

Become a Member of AFAThe Alzheimer's Foundation of America's (AFA) member organizations include:Grassroots nonprofit organizationsAdult day programsLong-term care communitiesHealthcare facilitiesGovernment agenciesPublic safety departmentsWhile the titles of member organizations may vary, they all share one vital factor: a commitment to dementia care. To locate a member organization, click here.AFA membership is open to any organization dedicated to aiding individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related illnesses, and their caregivers and families. We welcome entities of any size budget and staff, nonprofit and for profit.As AFA members, each organization continues to operate independently while benefiting from belonging to a larger, national framework.AFA offers two membership levels: member and associate member.

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  Alzheimer'S Foundation Of America

  Alzheimer'S Foundation Of America (Afa)

  2002 - Present - United States

  The mission of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) is "to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families-through our member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.” www.alzfdn.orgAFA unites more than 2,600 member organizations from coast-to-coast that are dedicated to meeting the educational, social, emotional and practical needs of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related illnesses, and their… Show more The mission of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America (AFA) is "to provide optimal care and services to individuals confronting dementia, and to their caregivers and families-through our member organizations dedicated to improving quality of life.” www.alzfdn.orgAFA unites more than 2,600 member organizations from coast-to-coast that are dedicated to meeting the educational, social, emotional and practical needs of individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related illnesses, and their caregivers and families. Under AFA's umbrella, these organizations collaborate on education, resources, best practices and advocacy —all resulting in better care for people affected by the disease.AFA believes that by raising awareness of the disease and educating healthcare professionals and the public at large, we will:• Help remove the fear and denial surrounding Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses• Lead to early detection and proper treatment• Prompt greater utilization of community resources• Ultimately improve quality of lifeDonations help fund our toll-free helpline with counseling by licensed social workers, resources and referrals; educational conferences; National Memory Screening Program, a free caregiver magazine, AFA Care Quarterly; professional education, training and qualification; and Young Leaders of the Alzheimer's Foundation of America to educate and engage teens and college students. In addition, AFA provides grants to member organizations to provide family respite care and to enhance or develop programs and services; and, through strategic partnerships, AFA funds research for medical treatment and a cure. Show less