Top Five Tips to Managing Transitions
2024-03-21 13:00 (America/New_York)
A WINK Series Webinar

Speaker: Christina McCrae, Ph.D.McCrae Sleep Research Lab, University of South Florida

Join us to explore brain health and sleep, with special guest speaker Christina McCrae, Ph.D., clinical psychologist, McCrae Sleep Research Lab, University of South Florida. Learn how sleep impacts caregiving and dementia. Q&A session to follow.

Topics include: Links between health and the brainImpacts of sleep on the brain and body Insomnia, disruptive sleep and caregiving The Influence of dementia related behaviors on sleep Behavioral interventions to improve sleep Community resources

Other Events in the Series:April 18, 2024- Ambiguous Loss and Grief May 16, 2024- How can we approach the challenges of Falls

Register for webinar at https://alzfla.org/Wink2024

Sudden Death 2-Day Seminar - Spring Session (in person)
2024-04-02 09:30 - 12:30 | The Villages Library, Pinellas Plaza, 7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, FL 34785, 7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, Florida, 34785
This Event Reached Its Max Capacity – You can be added to a waiting list for this and future Sudden Death events.

Session 1 – Tuesday, April 2 @ 9:30am – 12:30pmSession 2 – Tuesday, April 9 @ 9:30am – 12:30pm

The Villages Library, Pinellas Plaza, 7375 Powell Road, Wildwood, FL 34785

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that.

With a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar is structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. We’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but seats are limited so you must register to attend.*

*Pre-Registering Required

This seminar has a considerable amount of work leading up to the event and interaction between speakers and participants.Headcounts are needed since participants receive formal notebook and reference materials, all assembled in advance, and refreshments and lunch will be available for this 1-day session. Although we will have additional handouts, space is limited and it is difficult to accommodate walk-ins.

If you register and find you are unable to attend, please let us know, so we can offer that space to someone on our waiting list.

Social Security Survivor Benefits (virtual)
2024-04-10 10:00 - 10:30
Social Security is more than just a retirement benefit. It is also a life insurance benefit. Upon your death, your benefits will help provide financial support for your eligible family members!

Join our virtual discussion on Zoom.

Ambiguous Loss and Grief
2024-04-18 13:00
A WINK Series Webinar

Speaker: Christina McCrae, Ph.D.McCrae Sleep Research Lab, University of South Florida

Join us to explore brain health and sleep, with special guest speaker Christina McCrae, Ph.D., clinical psychologist, McCrae Sleep Research Lab, University of South Florida. Learn how sleep impacts caregiving and dementia. Q&A session to follow.

Topics include: Links between health and the brainImpacts of sleep on the brain and body Insomnia, disruptive sleep and caregiving The Influence of dementia related behaviors on sleep Behavioral interventions to improve sleep Community resources

Other Events in the Series:May 16, 2024- How can we approach the challenges of Falls

Register for webinar at https://alzfla.org/Wink2024

How To File An Application For Benefits with SSA (Zoom)
2024-05-08 11:00 - 11:30
How and when to file for certain Social Security benefits

Unsure of how to file for Social Security benefits? On this webinar, we will discuss the retirement, spousal, Medicare, and disability application processes.

How to file – let’s make this easier for everyone! Click below to register and learn more!

Belk Charity Sale
2024-06-07 00:00 - 2024-06-09 23:59
Donate for discounts!

AMAC Foundation partnered with Belk for their charity sale. Donate $5 to AMAC Foundation and receive a Belk ticket for $5 off your first purchase and 25% off rarely discounted some specific designer brands.

There will also be an AMAC Foundation table at the Lake Square Mall (Leesburg, FL) on Saturday, Jun 8th and coupons can be purchased then as well!

Have a Belk nearby? Purchase tickets now!

Call 888.750.2622 or email info@amacfoundation.org

For more details, please visit Belk Charity Sale

Belk Locations: Belk Stores Near You

Veterans Get Outside Day (MVA)
2024-06-09 00:00 - 23:59 | Lake Hiawatha Preserve, 450 12th Street, Clermont, Florida, 34711
The Veterans Get Outside Day is an initiative led by Military Veteran’s Advocacy (MVA) – for their event held in Rhode Island, click here. “Studies have shown that individuals who spend time outdoors in natural settings, whether they are doing sports or other activities, have a better outlook on life. It is hoped that this event will encourage Veterans and others that may be struggling to find an activity or resources that will excite them about spending more time outside and enjoy life. It is hoped that events like Veteran Get Outside Day can help bridge that gap.”

To combat the typical challenges and provide resources, AMAC Foundation established collaborative partnerships with Veteran-related organizations through Foundation Veteran Outreach Program (FVOP).

For more about FVOP, or to submit a story, please visit our For Veterans page.

Notice: The links provided above connect readers to the full content of the referenced information. The URLs (internet addresses) for these links are valid on the posted date; AmacFoundation.org cannot guarantee the duration of the links’ validity. Also, the opinions expressed in these postings are the viewpoints of the original source and are not explicitly endorsed by AMAC, Inc. or the AMAC Foundation, Inc. Providing linkage to external websites does not constitute endorsement of products or services advertised thereon.

Unraveling the Genetic Threads of Alzheimer's: Insights into Risk and Prevention
2024-07-01 12:30 - 13:30
Unraveling the Genetic Threads of Alzheimer’s: Insights into Risk and Prevention

Webinar Speakers: Keith Gibson, Director of Equity and Inclusion and Research Champion, Alzheimer’s AssociationCourtney Kloske, Director of Scientific Engagement, Alzheimer’s Association

Alzheimer’s is a global health problem with nearly 7 million people living with the disease in the US alone. Tremendous gains have been made in the understanding of the science and basic biology underlying Alzheimer’s and other dementias. These advances are leading to great strides in strategies for prevention, detection, diagnostics, and therapeutic interventions. The Alzheimer’s Association is a global leader in research, mobilizing the field to advance the vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Join us and special guest speaker, Courtney Kloske, Ph.D., as we take a deep dive into the role of genetics in Alzheimer’s disease. Topics to be covered:~ Landscape of Alzheimer’s and dementia science~ Genetics and AD~ Risk reduction~ Where the field is going

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR

Notice: The link provided above connects to the registration link provided by the organization or presenter. The URL (internet address) for this link is valid on the posted date; AmacFoundation.org cannot guarantee the duration of the link’s validity. Also, the opinions expressed in these postings are the viewpoints of the original source and are not explicitly endorsed by AMAC, Inc. or the AMAC Foundation, Inc. Providing linkage to external websites does not constitute endorsement of products or services advertised thereon.

Sudden Death Seminar - Jul 2024 (in-person)
2024-07-11 13:30 - 15:30
This is a 3-part series at Lady Lake Public LibraryJuly 11, 18, 25 (Thursdays) from 1:30 – 3:30pm

Lady Lake Public Library225 W. Guava Street, Lady Lake, FL 32159

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

Social Security Spousal Benefits (on Zoom)
2024-07-15 12:00 - 12:30
Social Security’s Marriage With Spouses

Join our Social Security experts discussing spousal benefits. How does a spouse qualify while married, a widow(er), or divorced.

On Zoom July 15, 2024, 12-1230 PM Eastern

NCOA National Conference
2024-07-16 00:00 - 2024-07-19 23:59
The Non Commissioned Officers Association of the United States of America (NCOA®) is made up of over 65,000 members that represent the voice of our 17.9 million Enlisted Veterans, and 1.8 million Enlisted Service Members who serve or have served in our Armed Forces.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR!! NCOA’s 2024 Annual Conference will be held July 16-19, in San Antonio, Texas, at the DoubleTree by Hilton San Antonio Airport. Be sure to check back often for updates.

CONFERENCE REGISTRATION – Event registration fee is $200 per person through May 31. On or after June 1 registration fee is $225.

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What I Need to Know for Caregivers
2024-07-18 13:00 - 14:00
What I Need to Know for Caregivers: The Power of Socialization and Meaningful Interactions

Speaker: Sira Botes, OTR/L, Botes Memory Method

Join us as we explore the power of socialization and a sense of belonging with special guest Sira Botes, avoiding isolation and maintaining a sense of social well-being is very important for individuals living with dementia.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THIS WEBINAR

Notice: The link provided above connects to the registration link provided by the organization or presenter. The URL (internet address) for this link is valid on the posted date; AmacFoundation.org cannot guarantee the duration of the link’s validity. Also, the opinions expressed in these postings are the viewpoints of the original source and are not explicitly endorsed by AMAC, Inc. or the AMAC Foundation, Inc. Providing linkage to external websites does not constitute endorsement of products or services advertised thereon.

Social Security & Veterans
2024-08-21 12:00 - 12:30
Join our experts to review a collection of basic Social Security rules specifically relative to Veterans, including:– Service credits– SS Program’s Retirement Earnings Test– Relationship between Social Security and Veterans disability provisions– Correlation of Medicare and VA benefits

For more information, email to info@amacfoundation.org

Register below to join our virtual discussion on Zoom.

Sea 2 Sea 4 PTSD
2024-08-24 08:30 - 15:00
Join the ride! Supporting one of AMAC Foundation’s FVOP collaborators, 22Zero, come on out and recognize the need to help those with PTSD! Full details in flyer below.

Working While Receiving Social Security Benefits (on Zoom)
2024-08-26 12:00 - 12:30
Join our Social Security Advisory Service team in looking at how the Social Security Earnings Test will affect your monthly SSB payment if you choose to work while receiving SSBs.

For more information, email to info@amacfoundation.org.

Click below to register for the webinar on Zoom

Sudden Death - Sep 2024 (in person)
2024-09-09 10:00 - 12:00
This is a 3-part series at Lady Lake Public LibrarySeptember 9, 16, 23 (Mondays) from 10am – 12pm

RSVP Required by September 4th.

Lady Lake Public Library225 W. Guava Street, Lady Lake, FL 32159

This event is full – Registration is closed.

If you would like to be added to a waiting list or notified of upcoming Sudden Death Seminar events, please send an email to info@amacfoundation.org

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

What’s the best age to begin your SS Retirement Benefits? (Zoom)
2024-09-16 12:00 - 12:30
The next AMAC Foundation Social Security Advisory webinar is scheduled for airing on Monday, September 16th @ 12:00 PM with co-hosts Mark Hendelson and Kenneth Baron. The webinar will run about 30 minutes, and added time for Q&A.

Please sign up to be our guests and join us for an informative session on what to look for when considering Social Security retirement as well as options and considerations when making decisions when to apply or delay application.

Learn what our AMAC Foundation team can do to assist you and provide updated Social Security benefit options. Click below to be taken to the Zoom page to register!!

The AMAC Foundation team provides services, resources, content, events, and webinars for free to the public. Please consider supporting AMAC Foundation’s mission to inform and educate America’s Seniors by donating today. Your generosity is appreciated to continue our mission!

NCOA 2024 Golf Tournament
2024-09-20 07:00
FVOP Collaborator NCOA is holding their Annual Golf Tournament on 20 September at the Fort Sam Houston Golf Club. Please take a few moments to review and consider Playing, Sponsoring and or passing on the information to others. Proceeds go towards Scholarship and War Recognition Medallion Program.

Attention!!! Raffle Opportunity!

Dear friends of the NCOA,We’re excited to share a fantastic opportunity with you! Thanks to LTC (Ret) Cody Roberson of C&M Ski Condo, you can enter to win a 5-day, 4-night stay at his beautiful condo in Angel Fire, New Mexico—valued at $3,000! Do not have to golf or be present to win. Raffle Details:Ticket Price: Only $10!Raffle Ends: Noon, September 19, 2024Winner Announced: 2024 Annual Golf Tournament

Stay Details:Location: Angel Fire, New MexicoStay Dates: Book from April 1 to December 14 (expires December 14, 2025)POC for Booking: Cody Roberson | 210-818-3480 | cody.roberson@heroesranch.comEnter now for your chance to enjoy this incredible getaway: Raffle Link (bit.ly/NCOA-Getaway).

Interested in Sponsoring?

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Social Security - How is your benefit calculated? (Zoom)
2024-10-07 12:00 - 12:30
Debunking the Myths as to How Social Security Calculates One’s Benefit Amount

Gain insight to the factors used by SSA to arrive at your benefit amounts for your Social Security check.

Learn more from AMAC Foundation’s SSAS advisors – Register today for the Zoom webinar!

Social Security Basics in Retirement (Zoom)
2024-10-16 19:00 - 19:30
Due to Staff in the Path of a Potential Hurricane, this Event is Rescheduled from Oct 9th to Oct 16th @7pm

Retirement is an important milestone in life. How to plan is even more significant. Social Security is often thought as a primary source of income during retirement, but in reality it is only a portion. Our advisors will be exploring the different benefits under the Social Security programs and how it can be incorporated into your retirement.

Register for the Zoom webinar to learn more from our Social Security Advisors!

Do No Harm - Transgender Agenda Info Session (Zoom)
2024-10-21 20:00 - 21:00
Over the past decade, the number of American children identifying as transgender has increased exponentially. Many of these children are encouraged to consider irreversible medical treatment by their schools, peers, and medical institutions.

How did we get to this point as a society, and how can you help a loved one who is experiencing this?

Join AMAC and a panel of experts from Do No Harm (https://donoharmmedicine.org/) to answer these important questions and discuss one of the most critical issues facing our youth today. Register here:

Senior Expo (Lake County, FL)
2024-10-24 10:00 - 13:00
Join us and other organizations at Lake Square Mall, Leesburg, FL, Thursday October 24th. Learn more about how AMAC Foundation helps Seniors and Veterans in the local community and nationwide.

Belk Fall Charity Sale
2024-11-08 10:00 - 2024-11-10 20:00
AMAC Foundation partnered with Belk for their charity sale. Donate $5 to AMAC Foundation and receive a Belk ticket for $5 off your first purchase and 25% off rarely discounted some specific designer brands.

To purchase Belk coupons:

Call 888.750.2622Email info@amacfoundation.org

Show up! AMAC Foundation will be at Belk’s main door, Lake Square Mall, Leesburg, FL:

– Tuesday, Oct 29th, 10am – 1pm– Tuesday, Nov 5th, 10am – 1pm– Thursday, Nov 7th, 1pm – 4pm– Friday, Nov 8th, 10am – 4pm– Saturday, Nov 9th, 10am – 4pm – main event day

*note: coupons can only be used during the Nov 8 – 11 sale dates. You can shop ahead and pick up during these dates.

For more details, please visit Belk Charity Sale

Belk Locations: Belk Stores Near You

Medicare Basics (Zoom, afternoon)
2024-11-14 12:00 - 12:30
Join us for a discussion of how Medicare plays into your retirement years. We will discuss the timing for filing for Medicare, the different parts of the programs, how an employer’s health care coverage works in coordination with Medicare and much more.

Cannot make the afternoon session – check out the Zoom on Medicare Basics at 6pm

Medicare Basics (Zoom, evening)
2024-11-14 18:00 - 18:30
Join us for a discussion of how Medicare plays into your retirement years. We will discuss the timing for filing for Medicare, the different parts of the programs, how an employer’s health care coverage works in coordination with Medicare and much more.

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Trump’s Historic Win & the First 100 Days in Office
2024-11-21 16:00 - 17:00
Join our webinar, with panelists discussing and unpacking how Trump secured a historic victory and a sneak preview into what to expect in the first 100 days.

Medicare 2025 (On Zoom)
2024-12-12 12:00 - 12:30
Diving into Specifics

AMAC Foundation Social Security Advisors will be discussing the new Medicare premiums as well as what each part of Medicare represents for coverage, inpatient, outpatient, and other topics. There will also be a discussion of the new IRMAA amounts and why they are imposed.

Sudden Death Seminar (in-person)
2025-01-02 10:00 - 12:00
This is a 3-part series at The Villages Library, Room 102January 2, 9, 16 (Thursdays) from 10 am – 12pm

The Villages Library, Rm 102 – Pinellas Plaza, 7375 Powell Rd, Wildwood, FL 34785

If you passed away tomorrow, will your loved ones know what to do? Will they know where your financial information and tax records, insurance records, and investment documents are stored? Will they be able to locate your most current will, health care directives, and documented funeral wishes? Can they locate important household documents, like deeds, car titles, and pension statements?

The list goes on and on, but the important point is that having this type of pertinent information organized and available in a structured place is something you can do in advance for those you leave behind. It’s a big task and it’s not an easy one…we know that. But with a structured approach, you can create a living document that will prove invaluable to your loved ones.

This seminar has been structured to guide you through the process of creating your “Survivor Notebook,” the repository that will help your loved ones cope after your passing. Conducted in three separate two-hour sessions, we’ll walk you through identifying what needs to be considered, assembling the material as we go in an accessible format, and we’ll be developing an approach to maintaining the material so that it’s always current. You’ll leave with a physical roadmap that will be of immeasurable value to your family.

There is no cost for this workshop series, but attendance is limited so you must register to attend. Light refreshments will be served at each session. Notebook materials will be provided.

Spots are Limited – Register Now!

Working During Retirement & Social Security (Zoom)
2025-01-13 12:00 - 12:30
The AMAC Foundation will be hosting another of its Social Security webinars on with the topic of Social Security retirement benefits and how working may impact the amount one may receive from SSA. Learn of the new 2025 income levels one is allowed to earn and what options a person may wish to exercise while optimizing their lifetime of benefits.

Women & Social Security, 2-Part Series
2025-02-12 10:00 - 11:00
Ladies! Did You Know:

– Women depend more heavily on Social Security than men.– The average Social Security benefits for women are 25% lower than for the average men.– For nearly half of unmarried women Social Security beneficiaries, Social Security represents 90% or more of their total income.

The AMAC Foundation Social Security Advisory Services has created a comprehensive seminar to help women understand their Social Security benefits.

Please join us on Wednesday, February 12th, and Friday, February 14th, at 10:00 -11 am Eastern, with time for Q&As following the presentation each day.

Click below to register for this 2-part Zoom webinar on Women and Social Security!
