The Longest Day is all about love. Love for all those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. Between now and June 21st, teams are gathering to help end Alzheimer’s while honoring the longest day of the...
“What if there is something to the fountain of youth?” asks Tony Wyss-Coray, Professor of Neurology at Stanford University. Dr. Wyss-Coray relies on science over ancient tales, but he does believe there are factors...
by Alzheimer's Association · Published April 27, 2017 · Last modified August 6, 2018
Our volunteers come from different walks of life but what they all have in common is that they’re dedicated leaders who will not rest until Alzheimer’s is ended. Below is the story of Kathi...
by Alzheimer's Association · Published April 18, 2017 · Last modified April 17, 2017
The Longest Day is all about love. Love for all those affected by Alzheimer’s disease. On the summer solstice, team up with the Alzheimer’s Association and select any activity you love “” or an...
My name is Michele Lauren and I’m an Alzheimer’s advocate in honor of Grace, my mother, who is no longer with us to share her story. While living with late stage Alzheimer’s disease, my...
Early stage Alzheimer's voices / Education
by Alzheimer's Association · Published February 7, 2017 · Last modified August 20, 2018
Sheila Signer has spent her life as a writer, singer/songwriter, world traveler and photographer. She now has Benson’s syndrome, a rare form of Alzheimer’s which affects visual processing. Sheila shares how the disease has...
Dr. Kaci Fairchild is a licensed clinical psychologist whose research focuses on the non-pharmacological rehabilitation of late life cognitive impairment and neuropsychiatric disorders. She recently received the Alzheimer’s Association new investigator grant award which...
There are over 34 million unpaid caregivers in the United States (AARP, 2008). Spouses, children, grandchildren, extended family, neighbors and friends step in and provide help with everyday needs of individuals from all walks...
