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AFTD can connect you with reliable information, valuable resources, essential support, and opportunities to make a difference.
Contact AFTD’s HelpLine
AFTD's Helpline can provide guidance on resources and opportunities to connect in your state. We can also answer questions you may have regarding FTD diagnosis, care and support.
Contact our HelpLine by Phone: 1-866-507-7222 | Contact our HelpLine by Email: [email protected].
Find a Support Group for Care Partners Near You
Support groups are a resource and a place to connect and share with others who understand.
PLEASE NOTE: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many support groups are now available to meet via AFTD’s dedicated and secure Zoom account. Learn more about how your local group is meeting by contacting your local support group volunteer, or by reaching AFTD’s HelpLine at (1-866-507-7222, [email protected]).
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FTD-oriented medical centers can offer diagnosis, guidance, and connections to research opportunities.
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