These two high school students are part of the movement to end Alzheimer’s. Aryan Govil: One volunteer opportunity led to another Experience volunteering at a memory care community inspired this high school sophomore...
by Michelle Johnston · Published May 4, 2018 · Last modified May 2, 2019
You can adjust your Mother’s Day traditions and find ways to celebrate. Cathy Maupin of Reno, Nevada, cares for her mother, Drusilla (known by her family as Dru). Dru has been living with Alzheimer’s...
Volunteers advocate for improved services for those living with Alzheimer’s. What would you do if you were the sole caregiver for a parent with dementia and you needed surgery? Who would take care...
For National Volunteer Week, we are highlighting one of our support group facilitators. Starting as a young caregiver Jenn Chan and her brother, Jon, grew up with her grandmother, Leung In. When Jenn...
Challenging behaviors led Barbara Redick to join a caregiver support group. Caregiving for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another dementia can be an isolating journey. Unless you have a friend or neighbor...
Busy caregivers can use smartphone apps or websites to find activities for their loved ones. We know that it can be hard to come up with new activities for your loved one with...
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by Michelle Johnston · Published March 26, 2018 · Last modified July 2, 2018
Companies of all sizes and industries are supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. KPMG – Silicon Valley Walk It started with one person, wanting to make a difference Gabe de la Rosa was...
by Michelle Johnston · Published March 16, 2018 · Last modified July 2, 2018
While the Alzheimer’s Association grants program is international, we are lucky to have several California researchers who have received our funding. Many are new investigators. Their initial Alzheimer’s Association grant helps launch their...
