How has Alzheimer’s impacted your life? Growing up I stayed with my great-grandparents during the day while my parents worked. … More
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Five Things We Learned About Alzheimer’s Disease in 2022
2022 was a productive and promising year for Alzheimer’s research, including discoveries related to the causes, risk factors and treatment … More
Family Caregiver Month: How One Orlando Teen Creates Space for Others Facing Alzheimer’s
For many teenagers, their days consist of going to school, playing sports and hanging out with their friends. For Sarah … More
Holiday Travel Tips for Families Facing Alzheimer’s
Everyone wants to visit with family for the holidays. However travel, whether short or long distances, can be hectic for just about everyone who does it, but it can be especially challenging for Floridians living with Alzheimer’s. While not all living with Alzheimer’s are able to travel, people living with early- and mid-stage Alzheimer’s often do want to attend family gatherings and holiday celebrations. Careful and thoughtful planning can help ensure safety, comfort and holiday enjoyment for everyone involved.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s: 3 Reasons to Join a Walk Near You
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s brings together Floridians from across the state for a single cause: to end … More
Walk to End Alzheimer’s: 3 Reasons to Join a Walk Near You
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s brings together Floridians from across the state for a single cause: to end … More
Walk to End Alzheimer’s: 3 Reasons to Join a Walk Near You
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s brings together Floridians from across the state for a single cause: to end … More
AAIC Highlights from Two Florida Research Champions
By Stefanie Wardlow and Keith Gibson Today ends a thrilling 5 days in San Diego at the Alzheimer’s Association International … More
What Peanut Butter Candy Taught Me About Alzheimer’s, Stroke, Dementia and Risk
By Stefanie Thompson Wardlow, senior program manager, Florida research champion, Alzheimer’s Association Not all strokes are noticeable. My grandmother had … More
The Value of Love
By Charles Towne Not long ago, Nancy and I were taking a walk. She was shuffling along, holding my arm. … More