CaringKind - The Heart of Alzheimer's Caregiving

08/11/2026

Join us on Tuesday, August 11th, from 6:00 – 7:15 PM EST virtually
Creative Connections: Meaningful Engagement
Register at https://wearecaringkind.org/learning-hub/
 
Speaker: Olivia Cohen, MS, MT-BC, LCAT, CDP
Olivia Cohen is the Director of Early-Stage and Engagement Services at CaringKind. Olivia is a board-certified music therapist and licensed creative arts therapist with over 12 years of experience working in long-term care, healthcare, and with individuals living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Her work has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, Huffington Post, Chasing News, and Aging Today. Additionally, she has co-authored a chapter in the book “Creative Arts Therapies and the LGBTQ Community.”
 
When Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia progresses and a person’s abilities change, finding enjoyable activities that a person can still do can be challenging.  Frustrations and conflicts often arise amidst couples and families when typical activities, tasks and hobbies become more difficult.
 
Join us for this seminar to explore:
    •    Ways to engage a person in the early, middle and later stages of Alzheimer’s or another dementia
    •    Creative and adapted activities that are meaningful and matched to a person’s current abilities
    •    Strategies that foster connection, communication and quality of life for both the person living with dementia and their families and partners in care

This event is supported in part by a generous grant from The New York Community Trust

08/07/2026

Know Your Brain. Walk With Me.

On Saturday, October 17, we’re coming together in Central Park for the 38th Annual CaringKind Alzheimer’s Walk & Brain Health Day - and we want you with us.

Walk for someone you care about. Walk for the families navigating Alzheimer’s and other dementias. Walk for your own brain health. Or walk simply because no one should face dementia alone.

Our Brain Health Day, brings our community together with opportunities to learn more about brain health and access free brain health pre-screenings.

And there’s much more to come. In the weeks ahead, we’ll be announcing our 2026 Walk honorees, special guests, Brain Health Day experiences, and new ways to take part - wherever you are.

Join us in Central Park, walk virtually from wherever you are, or follow the livestream from anywhere.

Know Your Brain. Walk With Me.

Saturday, October 17, 2026
Central Park | Naumburg Bandshell
Registration is free at CKWALK.org

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08/03/2026

Join us on Thursday, August 6th, from 6:00 – 7:15 PM EST virtually
Your AI Care Partner: Simple Technology for Everyday Caregiving
Register at https://wearecaringkind.org/learning-hub/

Speaker: Carol Hartmann, MBA
Carol Hartmann, MBA is the Director of Programs, Education and Training at CaringKind’s Long Island office. Carol is a nationally recognized educator, speaker, and leader in dementia care. With more than 30 years of experience in memory care, skilled nursing, assisted living, adult day health, and community-based services, she has dedicated her career to improving the lives of older adults and individuals living with dementia.
 
Discover how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can make every day caregiving easier for care partners and people living with dementia. Learn about simple AI tools that can help with communication, daily routines, safety, memory support, and meaningful activities.

We’ll also discuss how to use AI safely and ethically by protecting privacy, respecting personal choices, and preserving dignity. Leave with practical tips and easy-to-use resources that can help reduce caregiver stress and improve the quality of life for everyone involved.

This event is supported in part by a generous grant from The New York Community Trust

07/31/2026

For decades, longtime ABC7NY news anchor, Bill Ritter, has shared stories that have informed and inspired our community. Today, he is sharing one of the most personal of all - with the hope that others facing Alzheimer’s and related dementias will know they are not alone.

In his PEOPLE interview, Bill Ritter reflects on caring for his father, living with Alzheimer’s, and why he continues to dedicate his time to CaringKind and to families navigating this journey.

As Bill says:

“I want families to feel less alone.”

Thank you, Bill, for your friendship, your advocacy and commitment to our mission, and for continuing to use your voice to bring hope, understanding, and compassion to so many.

Read the full interview at the link in our bio.

07/31/2026

For decades, Bill Ritter has shared stories that have informed and inspired our community. Now, he is sharing one of the most personal of all, with the hope that others facing Alzheimer’s and dementia will know they are not alone.

In a deeply personal interview with People, longtime ABC7NY news anchor Bill Ritter reflects on caring for his father, who lived with Lewy body dementia, and how that experience has shaped his own Alzheimer’s diagnosis. He also shares the role CaringKind has played in his journey and the importance of finding trusted support.

By sharing his story with such honesty, Bill is helping foster understanding, reduce stigma, encourage early intervention, and encourage others to reach out for guidance when they need it most.

Thank you, Bill Ritter, for your openness, your friendship, and for continuing to help so many families feel seen, supported, and understood.

After watching his father live with Lewy body dementia, Bill Ritter tells PEOPLE those final months shaped how he’s facing his own Alzheimer’s diagnosis — and inspired his advocacy work.

07/18/2026

From Research Breakthroughs to Real-World Care

An inspiring evening exploring progress in Alzheimer’s research, diagnosis, treatment, and care.

Thank you to Cristina Cuomo for hosting and to Dr. Howard Fillit for sharing your invaluable expertise and perspective. We are also grateful to Purist, LifeWorx, and our dedicated supporters whose continued investment is helping CaringKind expand across Long Island and into communities nationwide.

07/15/2026

Join us on Monday, July 27th, from 12:00 – 1:15 PM EST virtually
Boost Your Brain: Everyday Habits for Lifelong Health
Register at 
https://wearecaringkind.org/learning-hub/

Speaker: Pamela Edgar, MA, LCAT, RDT
Pam is the Director of Education at CaringKind. She is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist with an MA in Drama Therapy from New York University. She has worked in aging and dementia services for more than 15 years in nursing homes, community based nonprofits and telehealth corporations. Pam is a trained End of Life Doula, and also specialized in Advance Care Planning, grief and bereavement.
 
Join us for an informative session on how everyday habits can support long-term brain health. In this webinar, you’ll learn practical strategies backed by science to maintain brain health and enhance memory, focus, and mental clarity. From nutrition and sleep to stress management and movement, we’ll explore the lifestyle choices that help keep your brain sharp and resilient at any age.
 
This event is supported in part by a generous grant from The New York Community Trust.

07/13/2026

A little magic behind the scenes ✨

Shared vision. Bold ideas. Meaningful impact. Building what’s next for CaringKind - together.
Higher we go. 🧡

07/04/2026

Brain health hit the orange carpet with our “Seth & Friends” host, the ever-funny comedian Seth Herzog and Michael Panes.

Go behind the scenes at CaringKind’s 30th Annual Forget-Me-Not Gala as Seth asks guests about the brain healthy habits that keep them moving, laughing, connecting, and caring.

06/24/2026

Join us on Tuesday, July 7th, from 6:00 – 7:15 PM EST virtually
Empowered Eating: Navigating Swallowing Challenges with Confidence
Register at https://lnkd.in/eY_2wxPt
Speaker: Shlomit Liberty, MS, MA, CCC-SLP, BCPA, is a Board-Certified Independent Patient Advocate and founder of Patient Path NYC.
 
As dementia progresses, changes in swallowing can become a critical safety and quality-of-life issue. This session provides a roadmap for understanding these physiological shifts and identifying symptoms that can indicate a swallowing issue. We will explore some best practices, practical advocacy strategies, and actionable mealtime precautions to increase safety and mealtime engagement. Attendees will leave with tools to support a person-centered, dignified approach to nutrition and swallowing throughout the dementia journey.
 
These webinars are sponsored in part through the generosity of The Hearst Foundations.