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Pinelawn Memorial Park And Arboretum Announces 2023 Event Schedule

Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, known for its exceptionally beautiful grounds, unique architectural monuments, flowing bronze fountains and world-class arboreta, announces its 2023 event schedule.

Included in the calendar are the park’s many educational outdoor programs that celebrate the importance of various beloved insect species including ladybugs and honey bees, and the vital role they play in the environment.

For the first time, Pinelawn will also host Jazz Under the Stars honoring some of the great jazz musicians who are resting peacefully at Pinelawn, including John Coltrane, Count Basie, Lloyd Trotman, Guy Lombardo and The Royal Canadians.

Pinelawn’s Arboretum, which was awarded Level II status from the International Arboretum Accreditation Program, ArbNet, is comprised of three distinct collections including the Noteworthy Collection, the Primary

Collection and the General Collection. The Noteworthy Collection includes the Arboretum’s highest quality and most historically significant stately and mature specimens, including 10 of its highest priority and valued trees. The Weeping Beech, its oldest tree at over 120 years old, has a crown size spread of 74 feet with its enormous, shapely mound of sweeping, pendulous branches and hanging branchlets.

Pinelawn’s Weeping Beech is considered priceless.

Pinelawn’s Nikko Maple, its rarest, is a species which originated in the high mountains of Japan and its Katsura features heartshaped leaves which in the Spring, emerge as purple.

Pinelawn has multiple large Katsura trees situated in one location, which is rather uncommon.

Pinelawn’s appreciation of history can be seen in the many historical monuments featured within the park, including the Statue of Normandie and the Garden of Freedom’s Jefferson colonnade, which is

inscribed with an excerpt from the Declaration of Independence and its signers in gold leaf. The Garden of Normandie is home to the Statue of Peace, one of the largest bronze statues ever cast in modern times. The refurbished, softly glowing, ton-and-a-half bronze establishes the serene mood of the garden.

Another significant piece on the property is the John Donne Memorial which was the first monument created for Pinelawn by designer, Ismar David in 1965, who then went onto design much of Pinelawn’s park area, helping to create the beauty that Pinelawn is known for today. The Fountain of Peace, which is set within an 11-acre garden, was also designed in part by Ismar David, and resides among eight stately 40-foot tall Georgia Marble columns, discovered in Atlanta by Pinelawn where they adorned the Federal Reserve Bank for decades.

Back again by popular demand is the 3rd annual Lantern Lighting Celebration, an evening where families can

enjoy live music and a fairy-tale atmosphere consisting of string lights and candles. The event features a picnic-like setting where participants can personalize a floating lantern with heartfelt messages to their loved ones and hear their loved one’s name read aloud in a beautiful ceremony as they release their floating lantern within the Rose Garden Fountain.

“Our grounds are magnificent and continue to flourish as a result of our enduring work to preserve, protect, and take great care of the property,” said Justin Locke, President, Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum. “Pinelawn is a haven for those seeking solace in its tranquil beauty. Even if you don't have loved ones laid to rest here, we welcome you to visit and enjoy the magnificence of our grounds."

The 2023 Calendar of Event Schedule Includes:

Arboretum Tour –Sunday, June 11

Yoga Under the Stars,

Hatha Centering Class –Friday, June 23

Jazz Under the StarsSaturday, June 24

Morning Yoga FlowSunday, July 9

Morning Yoga Flow -Sunday, July 23

6th Annual Ladybug Release - Sunday, August 6

Sunset Yoga - Friday, August 12

3rd Annual Lantern Lighting CelebrationSaturday, August 19 and Sunday, August 20

Morning Yoga FlowSunday, August 27

Honey Bee ExperienceSunday, September 10

Sunset Yoga – Saturday, September 16

Yoga Under the Stars, Hatha Centering ClassFriday, September 29

Candlelight Remembrance VigilSaturday, September 30 and Sunday, October 1

Throughout the year, Pinelawn also hosts online and in-person Grief Support Workshops where families learn how to optimize healing benefits including simple meditation techniques, ways to engage with one’s

senses, gratitude rituals, and more.

All of Pinelawn’s events are free of charge and open to the public. To find out more details, click here to see the full 2023 calendar of events and to sign up for email updates.

Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, located in Farmingdale, New York, is a non-sectarian cemetery prided on creating and maintaining a beautiful and serene environment where families can find tranquility and comfort. Its open and expansive landscape features hundreds of acres of manicured grounds, unique architecture, flowing bronze fountains, and flower-lined walks. Its beautiful memorial gardens offer all who visit, scenic beauty where they can reflect upon their loved ones in peace. For more information on Pinelawn Memorial Park and Arboretum, or to schedule a tour of the property, visit www.pinelawn.com or call 631-249-6100.

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The Charity of the Month for June is America’s VetDogs

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America’s VetDogs is a non-profit organization that trains and provides service and guide dogs for veterans, active-duty military, and first responders with disabilities in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and beyond. Their national headquarters are located right on Long Island in Smithtown, NY. This year, America’s VetDogs is celebrating their 20th anniversary!

In the early 2000s, the Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, founded in 1946, recognized not only the growing need for specialized service dogs that could help wounded service-members, but also that aging veterans could also benefit from a specially trained service dog. America’s VetDogs was then founded as a program of the Guide Dog Foundation and later became an independent 501(c)3 nonprofit. In 2015, first responders with work-related disabilities were added to the individuals served.

Today, the organization supports those they serve with an uncompromised commitment to excellence, from highly empathetic and certified trainers to meticulously constructed curriculum delivered during a two-week, inresidence training program, followed by a lifetime of aftercare support. It costs more than $50,000 to breed, raise, train and place one assistance dog, but services are always provided free to the individuals served.

The dogs they train are taught specialized tasks and skills such as retrieval of dropped items, positional cues to extend their handler’s personal space when in a crowded setting, counterbalance, nightmare interruption, pressing buttons

I Trust You

to open doors and more. A hallmark of America’s VetDogs is the meticulous matching process to ensure that each program participant is matched with a dog that best suits their mobility, personality and lifestyle.

“The story of America’s VetDogs’ 20th Anniversary is a compilation of the inspiration and courage of the disabled veterans, active-duty personnel and first responders we serve, our extraordinary dogs who change and save lives and the generosity of thousands of caring volunteers, donors and sta ,” said John Miller, president and CEO of America’s VetDogs. “We are honored to serve so many people who have given so much of themselves for our nation, and we look forward to helping more of these heroes live without boundaries.”

The organization has many high-profile partnerships, which include NBC’s The Today Show, New York Islanders, New York Mets, Washington Capitals, Houston Texans, Contour Mortgage, Deloitte, and Voya. Their best known client was former President George H.W. Bush, who was matched with his service dog, Sully H.W. Bush, who is now a facility dog at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.

No organization in the nation provides the depth of personalized services that America’s VetDogs o ers. They truly deliver the highest quality experience to those who served and continue to serve our nation with honor.

For information on how to apply, volunteer or donate, please visit www. VetDogs.org/Neighbor.

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I received a voicemail from someone this week who is thinking about selling her house. She’s lived in her home for many years and is a little nervous about the thought of leaving it. At the end of her message, she said something that made my day, and prompted me to write this article; she said, “Please give me a call back. I trust you.”

Hearing those three magical words puts this homeowner immediately into my “Friends and Family” book. I never want to lose someone’s trust in me. It is the highest compliment I can receive from someone else, professionally, or personally. Trust is often the difference between winning and losing in business. It takes time to build, but it can be lost in an instant.

There are five simple ways to build trust every day:

1) Be open and honest. If you are, people will be more likely to trust you.

2) Follow through on your promises. If you say you will do something, make sure you do it.

3) Listen. When you listen, others will feel like they’ve been heard and understood.

4) Be respectful. If you respect people, they are more likely to trust you.

5) Be consistent. When you are consistent, people will know what to expect from you, and they will be more likely to trust you.

As hard as it is to build trust, I have seen people lose it in a second. The easiest and quickest ways to break someone’s trust in you are lying, break your promise, ignore someone, be disrespectful, and be inconsistent. Once you lose trust, it’s almost impossible to get it back. Regardless of the type of business you are in or the role you play in the company, the path to your success will be paved, repeatedly, by three simple words: I Trust You.

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RUNWAY FOR A CAUSE

Ooh La La Boutiques will be hosting their Runway for a Cause event at Overlook Beach on Ocean Parkway

benefiting the BBCC and the Shannon Romanchuk Saturno Foundation. Food and beverage provided by the Salt Shack. $100 per person, call the office for information at 631-893-4110.

SATURDAY, JUNE 10

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AMITYVILLE FARMER'S MARKET

This farmer's market will be returning every Saturday until October 14th at the 9/11 Park in Amityville. For more details you may contact the BVCA at bayvillagecivic@aol.com or the market manager at amityfarmersmarket@ gmail.com.

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WHEELS OF WISDOM CAR SHOW

Brought to you by The Daughters Of Wisdom and held at the Church of St. Mary in East Islip. All classes of cars are welcome. Pre-registered cars are $20 and $25 on the day of the show. Trophies awarded in all classes. For more information call 631-277-2660, ext. 17.

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FAMILY FUN DAY

The Long Island Chapter of Tourette Association of America is hosting their Family Fun Day at McKenna Elemetary School in Massapequa Park. For more information please visit www. longislandtourette.org.

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MUSIC THRU THE DECADES

Dance and swing into spring! The Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Grace Council 11968 presents Music Thru The Decades. $25 per person includes drinks and food. Ticket sales are limited, reserve your tickets early. For information and tickets call Rob 631-747-0147 or Dave 631-422-3341.

7:30PM OUT OF THE DARKNESSSEE YOUR TRUE COLORS

A concert of Broadway and works by LGBTQ+ composers and artists for National Pride Month. Held at St. Peter's By-The-Sea Episcopal Church. To purchase tickets please visit www. babylonchorale.org or email info@ babylonchorale.org.

MONDAY, JUNE 12

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BLOOD DRIVE

AMVETS Ladies Auxillary 18 will be hosting a blood drive at the AMVETS Post 18 in East Islip. Contact New York Blood Center 1-800-933-2566 to schedule an appointment.

FRIDAY, JUNE 16

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PRESCHOOL STORY TIME Free program held at Simpson UMC in Amityville. Parents are required to stay. For more information call Mary at 516-991-8098. Their newly refurbished thrift store will be open from 10:00AM to 1:00PM, downstairs in their Fellowship Hall.

2:00PM-7:00PM

LAPS FOR LOVE WALK

The Babylon Breast Cancer Coalition will be holding the Laps for Love Walk at Babylon Town Hall. Take a lap around the lake and shop their vendors. Individuals $20, Team of 5 $30. Call the office for information at 631-893-4110.

7:00PM

SUPERMARKET BINGO

The Catholic Daughters of the Americas is hosting a Supermarket Bingo, held at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School in Bellmore. Admission is $10. There will be free coffee and cake. Call Jackie at 516-781-7846 for more information.

SATURDAY, JUNE 17

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45TH ANNUAL KINGS PARK DAY

Held at the Library Municipal Parking Lot Main Street in Kings Park. Rain or shine. For more information call 631846-1459.

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SEAFORD HISTORICAL MUSEUM

The Seaford Historical Society Museum is open on the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month from now until November. There will be activities for children. Entry is free. Email mapfannon@ verizon.net for more information.

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LUMIÈRE BALLET

Lumiere Ballet presents Alice in the Garden of Flowers and Other Dances at Studio Theatre's Bayway Arts Center in East Islip. Admission is $25, children under sixteen is $15. To purchase tickets please call 631-275-5990.

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Islip Student-Athletes Compete Proudly At Special Olympics

Islip School District special education students

Bentley Alfaro, Connor Brennan, Ashton Deras, El Evans, Mickey O’Connell, Liam Ochoa, Alex Ruiz and Donovan Zecchini proudly participated in the 2023 Special Olympics

New York Track and Field competition, held at the Farmingdale Athletic Complex. Additionally, Islip student Tommy Capolongo attended practices but could not attend the final event.

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Islip Principal James Cameron

Honored As Outstanding Educator

participants on a job well done,” Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services Dr. Kathleen O’Callaghan said.

“Thanks to coaches Dave Claps, Chris Evans and Kristy Evans for all of their time and effort.”

James Cameron, the principal of Islip’s Commack Road Elementary School, has been selected for the School Administrators Association of New York State’s 2023 Outstanding Educator Award. The award is given annually to a SAANYS member who has made outstanding contributions in New York State schools through public education, professional organizations, or research and writing in the field of education. Cameron and his fellow 2023 award winners were recently recognized at the annual SAANYS awards celebration at the Crown Plaza Albany – The Desmond Hotel.

caring, funny and helpful, and these are just a few of the millions of words that describe him,” former student Elizabeth Balsamo said. “He makes Commack Road Elementary a home.”

STUDENT-ATHLETES COMPETE PROUDLY AT SPECIAL OLYMPICS - Islip School District special education students Bentley Alfaro, Connor Brennan, Ashton Deras, El Evans, Mickey O’Connell, Liam Ochoa, Alex Ruiz and Donovan Zecchini proudly participated in the 2023 Special Olympics New York Track and Field competition. Photo courtesy of Islip School District

Seniors Celebrated At East Islip High School’s Commitment Day

Cameron began his career in education as a teaching assistant in 2003. Following a three-year stint as the assistant principal at Islip Middle School, he became principal of Commack Road in 2017. He received his bachelor’s degree from Five Towns College, his master’s degree from the College of Mount Vincent and a post-master’s advanced certificate from Queens College. Cameron serves on the SAANYS board of directors, as advocacy chair

for the Suffolk County Elementary Principals’ Association, as an officer of the lslip Association of School Administrators and as a SAANYS representative on the New York State Education Department Digital Learning Advisory Council.

“In order for success to be possible, we must all show up, stand up and speak up if we want to stand out as a community,” Cameron said. “By being your best self and treating others as you would like to be treated, you will be a role model, set an example, be there for each other and hold each other accountable to create the best environment for all.”

“Mr. Cameron is kind,

“James Cameron exudes leadership,” Islip Middle School Assistant Principal Curtis Juengerkes said. “He has established district practice in support of Islip children and families. Mr. Cameron, every day and always, can be observed supporting and serving the children and families who attend his building. He is a gifted and talented leader, which the district of lslip enjoys on a daily basis.”

“Mr. Cameron has worked to develop programs and support systems to meet the diverse learning needs of all students at CRES,” Islip Board of Education trustee Laura Rogacki said. “I am continually impressed by his broad knowledge and his ability to predict and respond to the needs of CRES families and students. He has created an environment of understanding and inclusivity, making students, parents and staff alike welcomed and part of the CRES community.”

Islip Town Living History Day

Islip Town Supervisor Angie Carpenter and the Town Board invite one and all to attend the Town’s Living History Day on Saturday, June 10, taking place from 10am to 4pm on the grounds of Islip Grange Park, located at the corner of Broadway Avenue and Montauk Highway in Sayville.

SENIORS CELEBRATED AT EAST ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL’S COMMITMENT

DAY - East Islip High School held its annual Commitment Day at the beginning of May, giving senior students a chance to demonstrate pride in their future education plans and don apparel from the colleges they plan to attend this coming fall. “We were so excited to celebrate all of our seniors and their future plans,” school counselor Jessica Pignataro said. “Whether they are moving on to college, trade school, the military or the workforce, we know that our Class of 2023 will go on to do great things.” Photo courtesy of East Islip School District

The Living History event is an interactive experience that explores the intriguing history of the Town of Islip, featuring displays and programs from several organizations that preserve the history of the Town. Participating groups include: the Sayville Farmer’s Market; Bayport

Aerodrome; Islip Town Firefighters Museum; Islip Town Clerk’s Office; Town Historian’s Office, and many reenactment groups, historical societies, and libraries.

The Town Clerk’s Office will have Veterans books on display to view and search for your relative’s war records. There will be demonstrations of colonial homemaking, military drills near to the site of a Civil War recruiting camp, children’s games from days gone by and a quilting exhibition, ensuring a day of great educational and family fun.

There will also be a walking tour of the historic

structures at 11am, featuring the unique story of the founding of the Town of Islip, as well as an interactive trial of the 1880s at 1pm, titled “An Islip Murder So Foul.” During the mock trial, attendees will act as the jury and decide the verdict in what was an actual historic trial held in Suffolk County. At 3pm there will be a discussion providing residents with useful tips for researching your home’s history.

For more information and details on the day, contact the Islip Town Historian’s Office at 631595-3862 or via email at historian@islipny.gov.

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East Islip Proudly Brings Home 18 Medals At Special Olympics

East Islip once again competed at the Special Olympics New York Spring Games North, hosted by Farmingdale Middle School, earning a total of 18 medals.

The day prior to the Games, East Islip’s team of 10 athletes from both East Islip High School and East Islip Middle School gathered for their annual kickoff breakfast to meet their volunteers, cheer on their teammates and get last-minute training instruction from their coaches. Families and staff celebrated the studentathletes’ dedication to training and wished them good luck at the event.

The following morning, each athlete competed in two track and field events, which included the 50-meter dash, 100-meter dash, 400-meter run, 100-meter walk, wheelchair race, softball throw,

Turbojav throw and shot put. Teammates Anthony Agresta, Dale Ahlers, Donald Ahlers, Madeline Director, Danny D’Orio, Dan Kenedy, Jake Kozak, Julia Modico, Sara Spruyt and Christopher Urraro collectively won seven gold medals, five silver medals and six bronze medals, as well as two fourth-place showings. Every athlete on the team won a medal in one or both of his or her events.

Coaches Laura O’Donnell, Julie Susskind and Diane Wahrenburg trained the athletes for their events for two months prior to the competition. The team was supported by volunteers Christine O’Connell, Paula Brinker, Dave Kozak, Nonie Kozak, Bill Murphy, Jenny Murphy, Patty Murphy, Michele Pannacchione, Antonia Tuck, Donna Tuck and Elizabeth Wallace, who escorted the athletes

throughout the day. The volunteers ensured that the athletes arrived at events on time, ate meals throughout the day, stayed hydrated, rested before and after events, and provide allaround care for the athletes.

“With the help of our volunteer team, the coaches have more flexibility to bounce between events and check in on the entire team, and that’s the key to a successful day,” O’Donnell said. “I tell my athletes that medals aren’t given away, they are earned; We earn them with hard work, dedication and heart. I am very proud of what the team accomplished this year.”

“It is a pleasure and a privilege to work with our athletes,” Wahrenburg said.

“I am proud of them for their personal accomplishments, but more so for how they support and care for one another. This is not just a team; it is a family.”

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“We’re pleased to make $1 million in grant funding available through our very popular Neighborhood Partners Program, where we see local heroes making a difference in the lives of others throughout PSEG’s service territories,” said Calvin Ledford Jr., PSEG Foundation president. “We seek to partner with people who have a track record of success and who present viable plans for addressing today’s largest challenges including those of sustainability, equity, social justice and economic empowerment.”

Last year the PSEG Foundation awarded more than 300 Neighborhood Partners Program grants. For example, America’s Grow-a-Row received funding for its fresh produce initiative. This program provides nutritious produce to regional hunger relief agencies and at local free farmers markets in communities that lack reliable access to affordable fresh produce. In Long Island, Habitat for Humanity used its grant for the Reuse, Reduce, Repurpose Program to help divert more than 3 million pounds of waste from

local landfills that were repurposed and sold at a fraction of the cost to benefit its clients, families and the local community.

“PSEG is the perfect example of corporate social responsibility in action. Their commitment to feeding those faced with hunger and food insecurity runs deep throughout their organization. From the countless hours PSEG employees have invested by volunteering in the fields, to helping underwrite a portion of our farming expenses,” said Chip Paillex, president and founder, America’s Grow-a-Row. “We could not be more grateful for PSEG and the PSEG Foundation’s support that allowed us to positively impact approximately 100,000 people in need last year.”

“In nearly 10 years since the inception of the program, the PSEG Foundation has made great strides with affecting change in the communities it serves,” said Maria Spina, manager, PSEG Foundation. “Through the Neighborhood Partners Program, the PSEG Foundation aims to partner with organizations that are transformative, leading change on issues impacting our communities and working toward collaborative solutions.”

To apply by the June 30, 2023 deadline, please visit our application website that opens June 1, 2023. Award announcements are scheduled for mid-September 2023. For more information about the program, visit https://pseg.com/neighborhoodpartnersprogram. For questions about the program, please contact CorporateCitizenship@pseg.com.

Alzheimer’s Foundation Of America Promotes Ten Steps For Healthy Aging

brain health, and can potentially reduce the risk of developing a dementiarelated illness.”

AFA offers the following 10 steps for healthy aging:

Eat Well-Adopt a lowfat diet high on fruits and veggies, like strawberries, blueberries, and broccoli. Take daily vitamins. Limit intake of red meats, fried and processed foods, salt, and sugar. In general, foods that are “heart healthy” are also “brain healthy.”

Stay Active-Physical activity increases blood flow to the brain and can also help improve mood and overall wellbeing. Brisk walking benefits brain health, while aerobics can boost your heart rate, and weight training builds strength

and flexibility.

Learn New ThingsChallenge your brain by starting a new hobby like playing tennis, learning to speak a foreign language, trying a cooking class, or something you have not done before. Even something as simple as brushing your teeth with your non-dominant hand stimulates the brain by forcing it to think outside of its normal routine.

Get Enough SleepGetting a consistent sleep every night is key; at least seven to nine hours is ideal. Having a good sleep environment is also helpful. Insomnia or sleep apnea can have serious physical effects and negatively affect memory and thinking.

Mind Your MedsMedication can affect

everyone differently, especially as you age. When getting a new medication or something you have not taken in a while (whether over the counter or prescription), talk to your doctor or local pharmacist.

Stop Smoking and Limit Alcohol-Smoking can increase the risk of other serious illnesses, while too much alcohol can impair judgment and cause accidents, including falls, broken bones, and car crashes.

Stay ConnectedSocial interaction and maintaining an active social life are very important for brain health, cognitive stimulation and mood. Invite friends and family over for a meal, board games, or just to hang out. Engaging in

your community and participating in group activities is also beneficial.

Know Your Blood Pressure-Blood pressure can impact your cognitive functioning. Visit your physician regularly to check your blood pressure and make sure it is in normal range.

See Your DoctorMaintain checkups. Health screenings are key to managing chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity, all of which can impact brain health. Speak with your physician about any concerns or questions you have about your health.

Get a Memory Screening-Our brains need regular checkups, just as other parts of our bodies do. Memory

screenings are quick, noninvasive exams for our brains. AFA offers free virtual memory screenings every weekday—visit www. alzfdn.org or call AFA at 866-232-8484 to learn more about getting a free virtual memory screening. You can also talk to your doctor about getting a screening as part of your annual wellness exam.

Individuals who would like to learn more about healthy aging, brain health, or memory screenings can contact the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s Helpline by phone (866232-8484), web chat (www.alzfdn.org), or text message (646-586-5283) seven days a week, or visit www.alzfdn.org.