Alzheimer's Disease

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Project Care- Caregiver Support


Project CARE (Caregiver Alternatives to Running on Empty) is the only state-funded, dementia-specific support for caregivers who take care of family members with Alzheimer’s disease. Project CARE is a coordinated delivery system that is responsive to the needs, values and preferences of families who take care of family member’s with Alzheimer’s disease.

Alzheimer's Support Specialist and State Project C.A.R.E. Director-

Contact Information:
Mark Hensley
919-855-3417
mark.hensley@dhhs.nc.


Alzheimer's Foundation of America


At AFA, they believe that education is vital to facilitating meaningful living for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. Their licensed social workers have developed these educational materials to provide tips and strategies that caregivers can incorporate into their routines.



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As always, help is just a phone call away. To speak with one of their licensed social workers, call their national toll-free helpline at 866-232-8484.

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The Western Carolina Chapter is one of over 70 Alzheimer's Association chapters serving communities across the United States.  


To Learn more about the Western Carolina Chapter, Click here.



Charlotte-Chapter Headquarters 


4600 Park Road, Suite 250
Charlotte, NC 28209
P: 980.498.7760
F: 980.939.1306 

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Workshop- Cole- 10-13-16 Dementia Capable NC

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ADRD presentation Tiffany Long Final 9-1-17