Chris Hannafan of Walnut Creek has been living with Alzheimer’s disease and posterior cortical atrophy (PCA) for two years. Chris and Debbie Katz, his partner of over 20 years, have found support and a...
Spa owner Vicky Patel of Saratoga, California, could easily converse with her father, Richard Sakers Sr., even after he was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2003. Poppy, as he was known to his...
To help you meet the amazing Alzheimer’s Association team who are “The Brains Behind Saving Yours®,” we are sharing the stories of our chapter staff on this blog. Today, we’d like to introduce you...
In English Para ayudarle a conocer el increÃble equipo de la Asociación de Alzheimer quienes son “Los cerebros trabajando para salvar el suyo®”, estamos compartiendo las historias del personal de nuestra oficina en...
News and notes / The Longest Day
by Michelle Johnston · Published December 17, 2018 · Last modified December 3, 2019
The Longest Day®is the day with the most light “” the summer solstice. Between now and June 20, people across the world will participate in a fundraising activity of their choosing. Together, we can...
by Michelle Johnston · Published December 10, 2018 · Last modified April 11, 2024
Atlas. Camp. Carr. Ferguson. Nuns. Mendocino Complex. Redwood Valley Complex. Tubbs. These are some of the large fires that have devastated our region in the past 18 months. Daily life for those with Alzheimer’s...
by Michelle Johnston · Published December 3, 2018 · Last modified December 7, 2018
Diana Hayden of Aptos is on a mission to help families learn about Alzheimer’s Association support services for those facing dementias other than Alzheimer’s. A friend told Diana about the Alzheimer’s Association after...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Holidays / News and notes
by Alzheimer's Association · Published November 29, 2018 · Last modified December 20, 2021
Not sure what to give someone who is living with Alzheimer’s or is a caregiver?It can sometimes be difficult to know what to give someone for the holidays. It can be even more challenging...
