Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, New Dementia Care Guide, and Educational Programs

November 4, 2025

Governor Ned Lamont proclaimed November 2025 as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month in Connecticut. The proclamation brings greater awareness to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias, while recognizing the thousands of Connecticut residents living with the condition and the many caregivers who support them.

The state released a new Connecticut guide for navigating dementia care. Developed by the Connecticut Department of Public Health and the Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services, this guide provides people living in Connecticut with information on resources to support someone living with Alzheimer’s or dementia. It is available in both English and Spanish, and you download the guide by clicking on the image below. 

The Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter invites you to a wide range of upcoming educational programs, which benefit professionals and caregivers. Check them out below.
 

Virtual education programs for caregivers
 

November 10 at 12 p.m. – The Empowered Caregiver: Communicating Effectively
November 17 at 12 p.m. – The Empowered Caregiver: Responding to Dementia Behavior
November 24 at 12 p.m. – The Empowered Caregiver: Exploring Care & Support Services

November 5 at 6 p.m. – Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances
November 20 at 3 p.m. – Exploring Care and Support Services


All Are Welcome
 

November 6 at 6 p.m. – Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
November 8 at 10 a.m. – Navigating the Holidays: Tips for Caregivers
November 12 at 6 p.m. – Know the 10 Warning Signs
November 19 at 6 p.m. – Healthy Living For Your Brain & Body


In-Person Programs
 

November 9 at 11:45 a.m. – 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's at Enfield United Church of Christ, 1295 Enfield Street, Enfield, CT 06082. No registration required. 

November 12 at 9:30 a.m. – Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body at Orange Senior Center, 525 Orange Center Road, Orange, CT 06477. Sponsored by CT Nursing Services and Charter of Orange. RSVP to Dennis Marsh at dmarsh@orange-ct.gov.

November 12 at 12 p.m. – The Impact of Alzheimer's and Dementia in Our Community at Town Hall of Cromwell Senior Center, Town Hall, 41 West Street, Cromwell, CT 06416. Click here to register.

November 17 at 2 p.m. – Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body at Madison Senior Center, 29 Bradley Road, Madison, CT 06438. Sponsored by Madison Senior Center and Madison Women's Club. Register with the Madison Senior Center or call (203) 245-5627. 

November 18 at 1 p.m. – 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's at New Milford Senior Center, 40 Main Street, New Milford, CT 06776. Register with New Milford Senior Center at (860) 355-6075 or here.
 

In Spanish
 
November 6 at 12 p.m. – Communicating Effectively
November 12 at 12 p.m. – Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior

With greater support, education, and investment, we can move closer to a future where every family facing Alzheimer’s receives the care, understanding, and dignity they deserve.