By Kiara Velez Music has a powerful and positive impact on people living with Alzheimer’s disease. For the Hicks family, … More
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Preparing for Florida Heat and Humidity as a Dementia Caregiver
Florida summers are no joke. While the heat can be uncomfortable for anyone, it poses real risks for people living … More
You’re Not Alone: Get in a Support Group
By Skip Cohen The You’re Not Alone Chronicles is a series of experiences of one family member’s journey dealing with … More
Jacksonville Beach Hiker Completes 500-Mile Pilgrimage to Honor Mother and Fight Alzheimer’s
by Kiara Velez Anne Burris recently completed a 500-mile journey through the extraordinary Camino de Santiago pilgrimage, changing her grief … More
Young Voices in the Fight to #ENDALZ
During National Volunteer Week (April 20-26), the Alzheimer’s Association is proud to highlight inspiring stories and contributions from young volunteers … More
Gaming for Grandpa: Shared love of games turns into fundraising for hope
Ryan held a five-day long, 24/7 livestream digital charity, transforming his love for gaming into an entertaining way to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association.
Together For A Cause: How Alzheimer’s Unites Us for The Longest Day
By Victoria Kevers Alzheimer’s has been around Margaret “Peggy” Harter all her life – her mother, her aunt, her grandmother and … More
My Journey with Alzheimer’s and My Abuelas: Weaving Memories
By Kiara Velez “Pórtate bien y Dios te paga,” my Abuela Carmen Velez always says. “Behave well, and God will … More
Do Brain Games Reduce Your Risk for Alzheimer’s?
By Nicole Lesson Word games and crosswords are a hobby or passion for many. For others, it may be something … More
Florida Research Champions Share Their Top Highlights of the 2024 Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC)
By Stefanie Wardlow and Keith Gibson The recent week in Philadelphia was marked by excitement as the Alzheimer’s Association International … More