Alzheimer's Education Programs and Events in April

April 6, 2026

Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or dementia can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. The Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter is offering a variety of free virtual and in-person education programs to support caregivers, families, and community members with practical tools, expert guidance, and the latest information on brain health. Check out the events below.
 

Virtual education programs for caregivers
 

April 8 at 1 p.m. – Supporting Independence
April 9 at 12 p.m. – Effective Communication Strategies
April 16 at 6 p.m. – Building Foundations of Caregiving
April 18 at 11 a.m. – Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior
April 21 at 12 p.m. – Responding to Dementia-Related Behavior
April 23 at 12 p.m. – Exploring Care & Support Services
April 29 at 12 p.m. – Managing Money: A Caregiver's Guide to Finances


New Program for Caregivers and Professionals
 
April 15 at 6 p.m. – Acute Care and Hospitalization in Dementia: Planning, Risks, and Communication 

This presentation will help you plan for potential health crises. Learn some of the risks associated with hospitalization and how to support the person living with dementia during an emergency room visit and/or hospital stay.

All Are Welcome
 

April 7 at 12 p.m. – Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia
April 8 at 6 p.m. – Building Brain Healthy Habits
April 14 at 6 p.m. – Ten Warning Signs


In-Person Programs & Events
 

April 6 at 6 p.m. – 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's and Dementia

April 9 at 9 a.m. – The Senior Conference and Resource Fair

April 14 at 2 p.m. – Building Brain Healthy Habits

 

April 16 at 6:30 p.m. – 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's and Dementia

  • St. Mary's Church
    45 Freestone Avenue
    Portland, CT 06480
    RSVP: Jane Kemba at KlembaJane@comcast.net or call (860) 301-3731 

April 17 at 11 a.m. – Responding to Dementia Related Behaviors

  • Ashford Senior Center (Earl W. Smith Senior Center)
    25 Tremko Lane
    Ashford, CT 06278
    RSVP: Monica Gallegos, Senior Center Director at (860) 487-5122

April 21 at 10 a.m. – Building Brain Healthy Habits

  • Live Well
    1261 South Main Street
    Plantsville, CT 06479
    RSVP here

April 30 at 5:30 p.m. – 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's

  • Bishops Corner Senior Center
    15 Starkel Road
    West Hartford, CT 06117
    RSVP: whsc@westhartfordct.gov or call (860) 561-8180

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.