EMDA – Alzheimer’s Association of Israel

EMDA – Alzheimer’s Association of Israel was founded by family members of people living with Alzheimer’s disease in 1988 and has been a member of ADI since 2006.

EMDA is based in Tel Aviv, Israel.

EMDA operates dozens of support groups throughout Israel, and coordinated 25 virtual support groups during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also have a successful Dementia Friends programme.

EMDA is also a member of Alzheimer Europe.

Some of the services provided by the association include:

  • Caregiver meetings
  • Counselling
  • Educational events
  • Helpline
  • Meaningful engagements/activities
  • Newsletter
  • Resources (fact sheets, reading materials)
  • Seminars/Webinars/Workshops
  • Support groups