By Dawn Wade During Hispanic Heritage Month, we are recognizing standout individuals making an impact in their communities. We are … More
Category: Advocacy
Alzheimer’s Association International Conference® 2022: Day 3 Highlights
On Day Three of the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC), we heard from more researchers at institutions across Florida who … More
Florida’s Public Health Approach to Alzheimer’s
By Jennifer Braisted, Director of Government Affairs, Alzheimer’s Association Florida Why Alzheimer’s is a Public Health Issue When you think … More
Alzheimer’s Advocates Travel to Capitol Hill
By Maddison Rametta On May 17, more than 700 advocates donned their purple sashes and returned to Capitol Hill to … More
My Journey as an Alzheimer’s Association® Volunteer
Usha fights to end Alzheimer’s in memory of her mother. She writes about how her journey as a volunteer and how it was the “spark” that kept her going.
Why I Volunteer with the Alzheimer’s Association®
From attending the Rally in Tally to traveling to D.C. for the national forum and meetings with legislators in between, Leslie is an amazing voice in the fight to #ENDALZ. In our latest blog, she writes about why she volunteers and how others can get involved.
Alzheimer’s Wins in the 2022 Florida Legislative Session
By Jennifer Braisted, Director of Government Affairs, Florida On Monday, March 14, the white hankie dropped signaling the end of … More
Senator Marco Rubio Asks Federal Government to Prevent Alzheimer’s and Establish Plan
As the Alzheimer’s Association Ambassador to Sen. Rubio, she had this to say: “I am thrilled to see Sen. Rubio’s initiative. With Florida having the second highest prevalence in the nation, it is critical that something is done now. Senator Rubio has been a wonderful advocate in our work to find a cure for the disease and a voice to those who cannot speak.”