"I like hearing what's going on in other families so I know I'm not alone in this struggle... I also am not so fearful of the future because everyone there is available to help you find and utilize the resources that you need when the time comes."

News and Resources

In this section, you will find information on Alzheimer's disease, current news related to Alzheimer's and aging, information specifically for caregivers, and community resources.

Here's a look at what's new at AFDC!

AFDC was featured on ABC News in a segment corcerning new criteria and guidelines for defining Alzheimer's. Take a look at the story!

Six months ago, Alzheimer's Family Day Center embarked on a research project to explore how to most effectively grow in meeting the needs of individuals and families in Northern Virginia who are living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementia. Read the results here >

Alzheimer's Family Day Center has been selected again to participate with the Catalogue for Philanthropy. This is a huge honor for our center, as we have been designated "one of the best small charities in the Washington region!" We are one of 70 non-profits in the Washington metro region chosen for this honor, and the ONLY non-profit in the Human Services Aging category!

Click here to view our profile, or for more information about the Catalogue for Philanthropy, check out their website.

Classes for Caregivers are ongoing every 3rd Wednesday of the month at 1:30 pm. The topic for the February workshop is "The Mechanics of Alzheimer's Disease", where Dr. Tim Fratto will discuss disease progression and current medical technology. Click here for a full schedule of these free educational programs. For questions or to register, click here, or call (703) 204-4664.

Alzheimer's Information

Read more about what Alzheimer's is, and Ten Warning Signs of the disease.

Alzheimer's in the News

Current news reports, including articles on topics such as health and medical, human interest stories, seniors and aging, finances, and Fairfax County and area information. Also articles featuring AFDC! Read more.

Caregiver's Information

Information and resources provided in this section are specifically geared towards family caregivers. Learn more.

Community Resources

Additional community resources, complete with links to area agencies. Read more.