Understanding Alzheimer's

NARFE Federal Benefits Institute presents Understanding Alzheimer’s Thursday, May 28, 2026, 2:00 p.m. ET Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain disease that affects memory, thinking, behavior, and the ability to perform daily activities. It is the most common form of dementia and typically worsens over time. Early signs may include memory loss, confusion, difficulty finding words, mood changes, and trouble completing familiar tasks. Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s can be emotionally and physically challenging. Caregivers can benefit from learning about the disease, establishing consistent routines, simplifying communication, and planning ahead for medical, legal, and financial needs. Olivia Williams, Chair of the NARFE-Alzheimer’s National Committee and contributing writer to NARFE Magazine , will explain the facts about Alzheimer’s and share practical advice for caregivers, including: What is Alzheimer’s? How is Alzheimer’s diagnosed? Normal aging vs. Alzheimer’s disease Why does this happen to some people and not others? Is it genetic? Do lifestyle factors such as smoking, alcohol use, obesity, or poor sleep contribute? Current therapies Learning key resources and tools Safety and care planning steps caregivers should know And much more! A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Join Olivia Williams and us on Thursday, May 28, at 2:00 p.m. ET. Gaining knowledge about Alzheimer’s, and seeking support early can help families navigate challenges while preserving dignity and quality of life for their loved ones.

2026 Federation Presidents Meeting

Welcome! We are excited to welcome you to Indianapolis for the 2026 Federation Presidents Meeting, taking place August 21-23. Registration is now open! **Registration for Presidents or Their Representatives:** The registration fee is $225, including breakfast and lunch on Friday, August 21, through Sunday, August 23. Please note that the registration deadline is Friday, August 7, 2025. The meeting will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET on August 21 through August 22. On Sunday, August 23, the meeting will be part of a joint session, in the morning, with NARFE’s National Executive Board (NEB). Additional details regarding the agenda will be provided as they become available. Please check back for updates as the event date approaches.

FEDCon26

NARFE presents FEDcon26, NARFE’s biennial national training conference, will be held from August 23 to August 25, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Indianapolis in Indianapolis, IN. We hope you will join us for this important event. Advancing NARFE’s mission begins with you! Gain the knowledge you need to LEARN how to maximize your benefits, ADVOCATE for the protection of those earned benefits, and LEAD the organization that safeguards them into the future. LEARN. ADVOCATE. LEAD. To complete your registration, please use the link below. After registering, visit My-Account/My-Invoices and uncheck the "Show Only Unpaid Invoices" box to view your paid invoice. For hotel information, program updates, and speaker profiles, please visit fedcon.narfe.org .