These two high school students are part of the movement to end Alzheimer’s. Aryan Govil: One volunteer opportunity led to another Experience volunteering at a memory care community inspired this high school sophomore...
Alzheimer's champions / News and notes
by Michelle Johnston · Published March 26, 2018 · Last modified July 2, 2018
Companies of all sizes and industries are supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. KPMG – Silicon Valley Walk It started with one person, wanting to make a difference Gabe de la Rosa was...
Even as her dementia with Lewy Bodies progresses, Cynthia Guzman continues to share her story. “I’m going there to die,” is what Cynthia Guzman thought when she moved into the retirement community in Napa....
by Michelle Johnston · Published February 5, 2018 · Last modified July 9, 2018
Finding the time to do good in the community while working full-time can be challenging. Companies like VMware are leading the way to encourage their employees to get more involved. Karen Smyth, an...
There are several ways to stay caught up on all that’s going on with the Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California and Northern Nevada. Here’s a quick list from which you can choose. Social media...
Alzheimer's champions / Caregiving
by Michelle Johnston · Published December 22, 2017 · Last modified January 21, 2025
Before Cheryl Gross was born, her mother, Nadine Pike, used to pray she would one day have a daughter or son blessed with confidence and determination. She wanted to have someone strong by...
News and notes / Walk to End Alzheimer's
by Michelle Johnston · Published December 22, 2017 · Last modified August 6, 2018
#SonomaStrong – it’s a phrase that started showing up in October, after the devastating fires ripped through Sonoma County and other parts of northern California. It’s also a phrase that represents the dedication of...
Emilie Sanders Lee has experienced Alzheimer’s disease twice in her family. In junior high, her grandfather started showing signs of dementia. Years later, Emilie’s mother, Debbie, was diagnosed with younger onset Alzheimer’s disease at...
