Alzheimer's Association®

We're hosting a virtual early-onset dementia meeting for families to learn about the latest research in the field of early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, get care and support resources and share insights and experiences. This is also an opportunity to learn about the Longitudinal Early-onset Alzheimer’s Disease Study (LEADS). As many as 200,000 individuals with Alzheimer’s in the U.S. under the age of 65 are living with the early-onset form of the disease. Through LEADS, there is hope that we can move toward a better understanding of younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease. Individuals with younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease and those without Alzheimer’s can potentially participate in this important research. Registration is free. Please share the link with anyone that may be interested. bit.ly/3LdpJlN

David was in his early 50’s when he started showing signs of dementia. Initially dismissed by his doctor because of his age, David and his wife Eva had to push to get an official diagnosis of younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease. “It was so out of left field,” said Eva. “We didn’t expect anything like that. When they told us he had younger-onset Alzheimer’s disease. It was shocking.” Despite having never participated in Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Eva decided she wanted to join the committee. “I enjoy being with other people. As a Walk volunteer, I’m able to connect with people who understand what I’m going through. They know what it’s like to live with someone with Alzheimer’s.” David and Eva were also faced with how to tell their then five-year-old son about his dad’s diagnosis. “Our son knows what is going to happen at the end,” said Eva. “Sometimes he’ll worry and get sad. I tell him, ‘We worry about today today and we worry about tomorrow tomorrow. Right now, Daddy is here and we should take advantage of the time we have and make memories together.’” This is why we walk. 💜 Join Eva, David and their son by participating in Walk to End Alzheimer’s at alz.org/Walk. #ENDALZ #Walk2EndALZ

Join us on Thursday, Aug 29 at 10 a.m. CT for a free, live webinar on the importance of participating in clinical trials, why diversity is critical to dementia research, and what trial participation can mean for you or your loved one. Register at bit.ly/3SRsn4O. This webinar is supported by Procter & Gamble.

Join the Alzheimer’s Association’s Healthy Brain Initiative for a webinar launching the new, free, interactive learning module, "Public Health and Dementia — Part 1: Understanding the Public Health Impact of Dementia." 📅 September 5, 2024 ⏲️ 3-4 p.m ET 🔗 Register today: https://bit.ly/4ecMm6n

The future of dementia science is bright 💡 thanks to dedicated researchers from around the world, including Argentine neuropsychologist Dr. Lucía Crivelli. “Funding from the Alzheimer's Association has been very important in my career, but it has also been very important for my region. The Association is funding LatAm-FINGERS — this trial is taking place in 12 countries across Latin America to study risk reduction and dementia prevention in the region. I am very excited about dementia prevention and risk reduction, primarily in low to middle income countries, because I know we can make a difference there. I am hopeful about the new treatments that are studying to surge. I'm also hopeful about changing people’s lifestyles to prevent diseases that don't have to take place.” Dr. Lucía Crivelli, an Alzheimer’s Association funded neuropsychologist and member of @ISTAART #BrightMinds #ALZfunded #AAIC24

"I lost my mom to Alzheimer's in 2017. She faded away right before our eyes. My dad was diagnosed with Alzheimer's just two months after losing her. We have to end this disease so no other families suffer. This is why I participate in #Walk2EndAlz and share my story as an Alzheimer’s advocate. With my mom, I did not know what was happening or what to expect. Now, understanding what is to come, I am determined not to count the days but instead to make his days count. We are checking things off his bucket list, like riding in a fast car around a track, getting a behind-the-scenes tour of the Phoenix Zoo, having a senior prom for him since he never had one, and getting a ride in a lowrider. To honor the memory of my mom and the journey my dad is now on, I became an Alzheimer's advocate to join others in the fight to end Alzheimer's. My voice is valued and can lead to change. I share our story so others can learn from it and so other caregivers know they are not alone. I see them. I understand them. Although these have been the hardest years of my life, especially as an only child, I know I am blessed. The Alzheimer's journey truly takes a village, and my village is strong. There is a quote that I use often: ‘I am an Alzheimer's daughter.... if you think my hands are full, you should see my heart!’" - Merry G. This is why we walk. 💜 Find a Walk near you at alz.org/walk to join Merry and her dad in the fight to #ENDALZ.

Our deepest sympathies to the family of award-winning actress Gena Rowlands who passed away yesterday with Alzheimer's disease. Gena raised important Alzheimer's awareness through her portrayal of a woman living with the disease in the 2004 film "The Notebook."

The Visiting Angels #Walk2EndAlz 2023 Platinum National Team raised over $454K in the fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Thank you, team, for your continued support and dedication.💜 #ENDALZ

We all have a reason to walk. Add your flower to the fight to #ENDALZ by registering for Walk to End Alzheimer’s at alz.org/Walk. Already participating? What color of flower will you carry? 💙 💜 💛 🧡 #Walk2EndAlz

Grab your coworkers and start a team for the virtual Ride to End ALZ Classic. With each mile, you will fuel cutting-edge research targeted to change the trajectory of Alzheimer’s disease. Start your team at bit.ly/RideYourWay24 and go the distance to #ENDALZ! 📅Ride either Saturday, August 24 or Sunday, August 25 🌄Ride indoors or outdoors 🚴Choose your distance