Office of Alzheimer's and Brain Health 

The Office of Alzheimer’s and Brain Health (ABH) leads Florida’s comprehensive approach to addressing Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD). Approximately 580,000 Floridians age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease, highlighting the continued need for coordinated efforts to support people living with dementia, their caregivers, and families.

Through its programs and initiatives, the Office works to strengthen dementia care and support services, advance research, promote education and awareness, and foster community engagement. These efforts support the health, well-being, and quality of life of Floridians affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias.

The Office’s programs and initiatives include:

Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Training 

Alzheimer’s Disease Advisory Committee (ADAC)

Alzheimer’s Disease Initiative (ADI) 

Dementia Care & Cure Initiative (DCCI) 

Memory Disorder Clinics (MDC) 

Respite for Elders Living in Everyday Families (RELIEF)

State Health Improvement Plan (SHIP)