Services:

• 24 Hour Helpline: 1.800.272.3900
• Support Groups
• Safe Return Program
• Grace Kirkland Emergency Fund
• Family Care Program
• Respite Care Program (based on availability)
• Early State Memory Loss Program

Education:

• Professional Training Opportunities
• Workshops & Conferences
• Speakers' Bureau
• Community Presentations
• Family Education
• Book Sales and Audiovisual Loan
• Newsletter

Advocacy:

• We advocate for federal and state policies and resources to improve the lives of peole with Alzheimer's disease and their families. In partnership with volunteer advocates, we work for programs and policies that enhance care and essential support networks.

Research:

The nationl Alzheimer's Association is the leading funding source for Alzheimer's research after the federal government. The Greater Maryland Chapter raises funds in support of these critical research efforts. We also educate families about current drug trials and opportunities to participate in research, and disseminate current research findings.

Volunteer Opportunities:

You can make a difference. Volunteers contribute in all aspects of the organization including services, education, advocacy and special events. Specialized training is available for helpline volunteers, support group facilitators and health fair representatives. Other volunteer opportunities include administrative activities in the local offices.

Short- and long-term volunteer opportunities include:

Office/Clerical: Stop in for an hour or so and help make packets, prepare mailings, type, file or other needed office-related services at our Timonium location.

Health Fair Outreach: Be trained to attend local fairs to distribute important information to guests. This is a great way to learn about Alzheimer's and serve your community. Training and materials provided. Locations and times vary.

Fundraising Events: Be a part of the excitement at various fundraising events from charity golf tournaments to our Memory Walks. There are many ways to get involved, from planning committees to day-of-event helpers.

Education/Community Speakers: Professionals can volunteer their time by presenting information about the Alzheimer's Association's serivces to small community groups within our region. There are also opportunities to work on special short-term projects within the education department.

• People with memory loss
• Care partners
• Health care professionals
• The general public
• Diverse populations

Our highly trained and knowledgeable staff can help you with:

• Understanding memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer's
• Medications and other treatment options
• General information about aging and brain health to Maintain Your Brain (trademarked)
• Skills to provide quality care and to find the best care from professionals
• Strategies to reduce stress and manage lifestyle changes
• Legal, financial and living-arrangement decisions

The Nationwide 24/7 Helpline features:

• Confidential care consultation provided by master's level clinicians who can help with decision-making support, crisis assistance and education on issues families face everyday.
• Help in a caller's preferred language using our translation service that features over 140 languages and dialects.
• Referrals to local community programs, services and ongoing support.

Services of the Alzheimer's Association:

• Education Programs
• Newsletter
• Respite Care Program
• Safe Return Program
• Speaker's Bureau
• Support Groups
• Telephone Helpline
• Workshops & Conferences

The Office offers no-cost colonoscopies to Harford County residents age 50 to 64 who are under-insured or uninsured and meet program requirements. Call to see if you are eligible.

The Office also provides education and prevention presentations on breast, cervical, colorectal, and skin cancer to organizations, groups, churches, clubs, schools, etc. at no cost. Please call to schedule a cancer presentation.