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Caring for Carol by Caring for Me
In Caring for Carol by Caring for Me, Anthony P. Mauro Sr. recounts the emotional journey of caring for his wife, Carol, through her battle with FTD. The memoir highlights the couple’s struggles with misdiagnosis, the profound losses brought on by this unique type of dementia, and Anthony’s personal growth in embracing life’s inevitable sorrows. This…
Simply Relaxing Coloring Pages
Janice Mandes created a one-of-a-kind coloring book called Simply Relaxing Coloring Pages in honor of her mom. Janice made it to inspire creativity and provide a calming activity for individuals and families impacted by frontotemporal degeneration (FTD). This project was inspired by her mom, who is living with FTD. She wanted to create coloring pages…
Regional, Virtual Meet & Greet for Idaho, Oregon, and Washington for Parents Caring for a Spouse With FTD
Regional, Virtual Meet & Greet for Idaho, Oregon, and Washington for Parents Caring for a Spouse With FTD
Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this virtual, regional AFTD Meet & Greet event for parents whose spouses are diagnosed with FTD in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington, hosted by AFTD volunteer Julie Motschenbacher, on April 28, 2025. RSVP by emailing Julie at m13family at gmail.com. We encourage you to download this flyer and…
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FTD Information Session at the City of Plymouth Community Center, in Plymouth, Minnesota
FTD Information Session at the City of Plymouth Community Center, in Plymouth, Minnesota
Learn more about FTD disorders at this in-person informational session hosted by AFTD Ambassador Nanci Anderson. Whether you are on the FTD journey or just curious about it, this session will answer questions and connect you to resources for FTD. You can download a pdf flyer to help spread awareness of this event.
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AFTD 2025 Education Conference – Denver, CO and via Zoom
The AFTD 2025 Education Conference is coming to the Omni Interlocken Hotel on May 1-2, 2025! People diagnosed, care partners, families, friends, healthcare professionals, and researchers are invited to connect with people who understand the journey, learn about available resources and supports, and engage with experts to gain insight on the latest in FTD research and approaches to care. On Thursday, May 1,…
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Maine Coast Marathon
Emily Chadwick and her husband are running in the Maine Coast Marathon in honor of her father James who has been diagnosed with FTD. “Marathon training has been such a great outlet for me as I process my dad’s illness and I am glad to have found AFTD so I can put the miles to…
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2025 TD Five Boro Bike Tour
The AFTD-Team is an Official Charity Partner of the 2025 TD Five Boro Bike Tour, taking place on May 4! We've been allotted 10 guaranteed entries to the event. To be awarded an entry, each person must fundraise $500 for AFTD's mission. If you're interested in participating on the AFTD-Team for this event, please contact…
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In-Person Meet & Greet in Scottsdale, Arizona
In-Person Meet & Greet in Scottsdale, Arizona
Join and learn from others who understand the FTD journey at this in-person AFTD Meet & Greet event in Scottsdale, AZ, hosted by AFTD volunteer Lora Johnson, on May 10, 2025. You don’t have to face FTD alone. These events will offer an opportunity to spend time getting to know one another, learn about AFTD…
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BRI Care Consultation Learning Collaborative – Understanding FTD: Diagnosis, Support and Resources for Patients and Caregivers
BRI Care Consultation Learning Collaborative – Understanding FTD: Diagnosis, Support and Resources for Patients and Caregivers
Join AFTD Director of Support and Education Esther Kane, MSN, RN-CDP for a free informative session highlighting the signs and symptoms of FTD, how it is diagnosed, and what resources are available for families on the FTD journey, presented by the Benjamin Rose Institute on Aging. A Q&A session will be held to allow attendees…
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Diehard Taxi Replica Car Show
Alan Persaud created a life-size replica of the taxi from Die Hard as a homage to Bruce Willis and the movie Die Hard with a Vengeance. He has been showing off his taxi at car shows and events in the UK and sharing information about FTD and AFTD to help spread awareness. If you want…
2025 Colfax Marathon
The AFTD-Team will participate in the Colfax Marathon on May 17-18, as an Official Charity Partner. We hope you'll join us for a weekend of connection and awareness. Race distances include: Marathon (26.2 miles); Half Marathon (13.1 miles); Urban 10-Miler; 5K (3.1 miles); and Marathon Relay (26.2 miles across five individual legs). Click here to…
Caring for Carol by Caring for Me
Simply Relaxing Coloring Pages
Maine Coast Marathon
Caring for Carol by Caring for Me
Simply Relaxing Coloring Pages
2025 TD Five Boro Bike Tour
Caring for Carol by Caring for Me
Simply Relaxing Coloring Pages
2025 Colfax Marathon
Caring for Carol by Caring for Me
Simply Relaxing Coloring Pages
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