Santa Cruz volunteer supports Walk for 26 years
Francie Newfield has participated in the Santa Cruz Walk to End Alzheimer’s since it began 26 years ago. What started out as a way to honor her mother in law, Betty, grew to be...
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Fortuna residents volunteer as a way to give back to the Alzheimer’s Association
When John Schmidt’s mother, Margie, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, he put together a team of professionals, friends and neighbors to aid him in caring for his mother. Now that she’s passed, John and...
Sacramento Walker encourages you to know the 10 signs
Karen Funk’s mother, who had Alzheimer’s, had been showing signs of the disease long before they received a diagnosis. The family assumed her mother’s symptoms were just a normal part of aging. After her...
Helpline experience leads North Bay man to volunteering
After benefiting from Alzheimer’s Association services, Marc Loupe was inspired to volunteer. Now as member of two different Walk to End Alzheimer’s committees and the chapter Board of Directors, Marc educates others on the...
Sonoma County resident encourages caregivers to ask for help
Gene Girimonte met the love of his life, Art Curtis, over 35 years ago. Together they dealt with the loss of family, civil rights issues and eventually Alzheimer’s. With the support of the Alzheimer’s...
National Board member promotes education as a way to combat stigma
Alex Tsao has been volunteering for the Alzheimer’s Association for more than 10 years and currently serves on the National Board of Directors. Initially, Alex didn’t have a connection to the disease but shortly...
Bay Area volunteers share why they love The Longest Day
Our volunteers are passionate, inspired, and are making a difference in the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease. This is especially true for The Longest Day committee volunteers who are continuing to encourage and support...
Butte County teen writes essay to honor grandfather
Mia, a ninth grader who lives in Butte County, lost her grandfather, Walter, to Alzheimer’s last summer. When her mother shared the news with her, Mia felt like a bomb exploded in her life....
