When people find out that we work for the Alzheimer’s Association, they often ask questions about the disease or share their personal stories. Many of our staff give presentations or staff outreach events on...
by Michelle Johnston · Published January 25, 2019 · Last modified January 21, 2021
January 2021: We’re sad to report that Bob died from Alzheimer’s on January 16, 2021. We are so thankful for the courage that Bob showed in sharing his experiences and speaking with legislators about...
Early stage Alzheimer's voices / The Longest Day
by Alzheimer's Association · Published March 21, 2017 · Last modified March 20, 2017
Gail Coats shares how her husband got inspired to ride his bike 40-50 miles a day for Alzheimer’s awareness. My husband, Dan, has early onset Alzheimer’s disease. He is only 51-years-old and was officially diagnosed...
Pledge to go purple for Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month “” an opportunity to join the global conversation about the brain, Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Everyone...
Advocacy / Alzheimer's champions / News and notes / Newsletter / Research
by Alzheimer's Association · Published September 4, 2013 · Last modified January 19, 2016
September is World Alzheimer’s Month. Worldwide, 35 million people and their families are affected by dementia. Join us by raising awareness, reducing stigma and sharing your story. Pledge to GO PURPLE by: Wearing purple...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver tips / Early stage Alzheimer's voices / Stefanie, family care specialist
by sbonigut · Published September 25, 2012 · Last modified March 31, 2014
In celebration of World Alzheimer’s Month in September, we’re highlighting Alzheimer’s stories from around the world. Today, we have a poem from Norm, who lives in the UK. Norm lives with dementia and blogs about his...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver voices / Profiles / Stefanie, family care specialist
by Alzheimer's Association · Published September 18, 2012 · Last modified April 18, 2014
In celebration of World Alzheimer’s Month in September, we’re highlighting Alzheimer’s stories from around the world. Today’s story comes from a caregiver in Santiago, Chile – Elena Muñoz Iván’s. She writes a beautiful blog...
Alzheimer's and dementia caregiver voices / Profiles / Stefanie, family care specialist
by sbonigut · Published September 10, 2012 · Last modified April 16, 2014
In celebration of World Alzheimer’s Month in September, we’re highlighting Alzheimer’s stories from around the world. We start in the Philippines with a story by Mona Sabalones Gonzalez, a writer, editor and blogger whose...
