Connect with the FAD community

Our community programs help the familial Alzheimer’s disease (FAD) community stay connected and informed.

Events

We host expert Q&A sessions and group discussions covering topics like mental health, financial planning, caregiving, lifestyle factors, and more.

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Toronto Walking Tour
Jul 25
Toronto Walking Tour

If you'll be in Toronto on the morning of Friday, July 25 for the 2025 DIAD Family Conference, join other members of the Youngtimers community for a private tour of Toronto with local guides. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water. Attendees are invited to gather for lunch after the walk.

Youngtimers Welcome Reception at DIAD Family Conference
Jul 25
Youngtimers Welcome Reception at DIAD Family Conference

If you'll be in Toronto for the 2025 DIAD Family Conference, come meet other DIAD community members on Friday evening. Drop by the mezzanine level anytime between 4-7pm Eastern for drinks and appetizers.

DIAD Ten Year Anniversary Family Reception
Jul 26
DIAD Ten Year Anniversary Family Reception

If you'll be in Toronto for the 2025 DIAD Family Conference, join us for a special evening of celebration and connection. Professionals welcome! Catered food station, passed hors d’oeuvres and specialty mocktails will be served Wine and beer available to purchase.

Youngtimers Community Breakfast at DIAD Family Conference
Jul 27
Youngtimers Community Breakfast at DIAD Family Conference

If you'll be in Toronto for the 2025 DIAD Family Conference, join other members of the Youngtimers community for a private breakfast before you head out on Sunday morning.

Support groups

Connect with others who face struggles similar to yours. Our monthly support groups are free Zoom sessions facilitated by caring moderators.

More ways to connect

Peer-to-Peer Program

Connect one-on-one with someone in the FAD community who has faced similar challenges.

Stories from the community

Hearing from others who have gone through experiences similar to your own may offer valuable perspective.

Insights from past events

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Estate planning for familial Alzheimer's disease
Estate planning for familial Alzheimer's disease

Estate planning attorney Kurt Walberg walks families through essential estate planning steps that can bring peace of mind when navigating life with familial Alzheimer's disease FAD. From medical powers of attorney to wills and trusts, this talk covers the tools you need to ensure your wishes are honored — even in the face of uncertainty.

Planning for care in familial Alzheimer's disease

In this session, Vanessa Souza from the Alzheimer’s Association discusses how to plan for care when facing Familial Alzheimer’s Disease (FAD). Whether you’re navigating a diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or just planning ahead, this video covers everything from legal documents and financial planning, employment choices, making meaningful memories, and adjustments to stay independent for longer.

Lifestyle interventions for brain health, with Dr. Rudy Tanzi
Lifestyle interventions for brain health, with Dr. Rudy Tanzi

During this conversation, Dr. Tanzi teaches us about the role a person’s lifestyle can play in Alzheimer’s disease. He shares the lifestyle modifications he recommends for sporadic Alzheimer's disease, which might also help those at risk of familial Alzheimer’s disease.

Mental health techniques from Dr. Cynthia Wilcox
Mental health techniques from Dr. Cynthia Wilcox

During the fall of 2023, Dr. Cynthia Wilcox joined us for a 3-part Workshop Series on the topic of Mental Health. The experiential workshops focused on skills for the FAD journey, including how to process overwhelming thoughts and emotions, strategies and skills for caring for our own physical and emotional wellbeing, and learning how to make room for beauty and joy in addition to sorrow.

Talking to kids about familial Alzheimer's disease: a live webinar with Dr. Hennig-Trestman
Talking to kids about familial Alzheimer's disease: a live webinar with Dr. Hennig-Trestman

In this live interview, Youngtimers volunteer Susan Hiatt interviews professor and author Dr. Bonnie Hennig-Trestman about talking to children about familial Alzheimer's disease (FAD). Drawing on decades of experience studying families with Huntington’s Disease, Dr. Hennig-Trestman shares age-appropriate strategies, communication tips, and emotional support techniques to help families foster trust.

 

Youngtimers

Supporting those impacted by familial Alzheimer’s disease with community, education and advocacy

PO Box 151035
San Rafael, CA, 94915

info@youngtimers.org