By Jason A. Penrod The Alzheimer’s Association reports that nearly half a million American veterans have Alzheimer’s and as the population ages, that number is expected to grow. And if that does not get your attention; Did you know that more than 60% of the VA’s cost of caring for those with Alzheimer’s is for nursing homeContinue reading “3 Resources to Support Veterans Facing Alzheimer’s”
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Happy, Supported and Comforted Holidays
By Sue Ryan In our healthy minds, holidays can be a wonderfully overwhelming time of family coming together, crowding together, catching up, gatherings, outings, lots of delicious food, noise, activity, early mornings, long days and late nights. In not so healthy minds this isn’t wonderfully overwhelming, it’s overwhelming. Here are a few tips to helpContinue reading “Happy, Supported and Comforted Holidays”
Walking for Awareness
by Abby Lorden Kandice Robinson of Orange Park, Florida participates in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Jacksonville for her father. She first noticed something was wrong when he began acting differently. “My father was always super organized. Someone outside our family wouldn’t notice, but I started seeing what, for him, was a mess. There were papersContinue reading “Walking for Awareness”
Holiday Dinners and Tattoos: The Story of Tammy Murwin
Tammy Murwin has always said that she’d never get a tattoo. But her mother, Becky, never thought she would find herself with Alzheimer’s disease, either.
Walk Your Way
Walk to End Alzheimer’s is happening — you can join us at your local event or Walk From Home in your own neighborhood. No matter where you Walk, know that your health and safety are our top priorities. We will continue to closely monitor Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local guidelinesContinue reading “Walk Your Way”
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