As the Pastor of St. Augustine’s Episcopal Church in Oakland, Reverend Kwasi Thornell is used to supporting church members who are impacted by a variety of health conditions. A few years ago, two members...
by Michelle Johnston · Published February 26, 2018 · Last modified July 12, 2018
African Americans are two times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease than whites. During Black History Month, we’re highlighting the critical need for African Americans to participate in Alzheimer’s research. Keith, who is living...
African American / Education Conferences / Education Videos
by Alzheimer's Association · Published May 5, 2016 · Last modified September 24, 2018
In this video, Yaisa Andrews-Zwilling, M.Sc. Ph.D. speaks about recent developments in Alzheimer’s disease research, drugs and prevention.
African American / Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver voices / Caregiving / Education Conferences / Women and Alzheimer's
by Alzheimer's Association · Published April 21, 2016 · Last modified September 24, 2018
The 8th Annual African American Wellness Forum took place on April 16th in Berkeley, CA. Attendees had the opportunity to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease, and interact with other caregivers in similar caregiving situations. Caregivers also learned how to respond when Alzheimer’s causes unpredictable behaviors, how to reduce their risk of developing Alzheimer’s, and various ways to stay strong during stressful caregiving experiences.
Advocacy / African American / Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver voices / Caregiving
by Alzheimer's Association · Published March 28, 2016 · Last modified October 29, 2018
My advocacy work is personal. My mother died as a result of Alzheimer’s on October 4, 2009. I was there with her every day and every step of the way. My family had always been very close knit and my mother meant the world to me. I didn’t think that I would be able to live without her. It broke my heart into a million pieces and hurt like hell to watch this cruel disease erase my mother’s memory of those she loved and then kill her.
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Stefanie, family care specialist
by sbonigut · Published February 27, 2013 · Last modified March 31, 2014
In recognition of Black History Month, I asked our African American Outreach Specialist Craig Wingate to talk about Alzheimer’s Association resources and information specifically for the African American community. Here is what he shared...
