As an MCOA member (COA Directors & Staff), you’ll find important updates, networking opportunities, professional development materials, and tools to support your work.
Log in today to explore member-only content and stay informed!
No Results Found
The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to locate the post.
MCOA Leads Dementia Friendly MA, Offering Resources and Grants
MCOA is the state lead for the Dementia Friendly Massachusetts (DFM) initiative, a community-based, grassroots movement to grow awareness, services, and infrastructure to support the lives of people living with dementia and their caregivers. Communities often choose to merge DFM goals with corresponding and overlapping goals for network membership in the Age-Friendly Massachusetts movement, which is steered by AARP-MA.
Latest News
Tips for Navigating the Holidays
The Alzheimer's Association MA/NH Chapter is offering two presentations designed to help caregivers through some of the stresses the holiday season can bring. Consider hosting a watch party and please share this opportunity with your participants! DECEMBER 5, 2024...
Alzheimer’s Association’s Free, CEU-Earning Program
Person-Centered Dementia Care: Understanding Behaviors and Effective Communication Thursday, December 12, 2024 12:00-1:30 PM Zoom As people living with dementia progress in their journey, their ability to communicate also changes. Professionals must discover new ways...
Grants for Dementia Friendly Work
The 2024 Dementia Friendly Massachusetts (DFM) survey results indicated a strong interest in learning about grant funding opportunities. Several responses also pointed to a lack of financial support being a barrier to growing DFM initiatives. Here are some grant...