Alzheimer's champions / Research / Sherrie, advocacy volunteer
by smatza · Published April 8, 2013 · Last modified January 19, 2016
Although there are occasional reports about a scientific breakthrough or positive legislation that’s been enacted, most stories about Alzheimer’s contain bad news. That makes me rejoice! Say what? That probably sounds perverse, so let...
Alzheimer's champions / Sherrie, advocacy volunteer
by smatza · Published December 5, 2012 · Last modified March 31, 2014
Here’s what we know about San Francisco: It’s a beautiful city. To fully appreciate those gorgeous vistas, you have to hike up many hills, often at 90 degree angles. The City is known for its...
Alzheimer's champions / Sherrie, advocacy volunteer
by smatza · Published October 30, 2012 · Last modified March 31, 2014
We will cast our votes for Congress and the Presidency a week from today. If you’re still trying to make up your mind about how to vote, remember to ask your candidates the following...
Alzheimer's champions / Sherrie, advocacy volunteer
by smatza · Published September 6, 2012 · Last modified March 31, 2014
In less than a month, thousands of people will gather in San Francisco for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, so I’m in a frame of mind that is slightly off topic. Therefore, this entry...
Alzheimer's champions / Sherrie, advocacy volunteer
by smatza · Published May 29, 2012 · Last modified April 14, 2014
Do you get tired of being asked to just “tell your story” when speaking to legislators? Do you wonder whether elected officials and policymakers really listen or event understand our message about living with...
Alzheimer's champions / Sherrie, advocacy volunteer
by smatza · Published April 2, 2012 · Last modified March 31, 2014
Saturday, March 31, dawned heavy and cloudy and by the time I left my gym at 8:30 a.m., it was pouring. But, had the sun not come out on schedule at precisely the moment...
Alzheimer's champions / Sherrie, advocacy volunteer
by smatza · Published March 14, 2012 · Last modified March 31, 2014
To prove to you how lacking I am in movie trivia, I did not realize that “A Separation” won the Academy Award for best foreign film until I went to see it yesterday. Having...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Alzheimer's champions / Sherrie, advocacy volunteer
by smatza · Published January 31, 2012 · Last modified April 13, 2014
If someone you care about is in a nursing home or residential care facility, you may have thought you could let your guard down now and then; but the truth of the matter is...
