By Stefanie Wardlow, M.A., Senior Program Manager, research champion, Alzheimer’s Association, Florida Chapters When we think about our health, we … More
Tag: Alzheimer's
What I Did After my Alzheimer’s Diagnosis: 3 Tips from Someone Who has Been There
By Lee Belanger Four years ago, my world shifted when I was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. At age 79, I was … More
The Longest Day Events
The Longest Day is the day with the most light — the summer solstice. On June 20, 2024, thousands of … More
Estate and Legal Planning Tips for Caregivers
By Angelina Gamba Legal planning for people living with Alzheimer’s or dementia can be a touchy subject. It can be … More
Advocates Gather in Washington D.C. for Alzheimer’s
From April 7 to April 9, 2024 advocates from across the country joined together to advocate for 2024 federal policy … More
Volunteer Spotlight: Sarasota Woman Brings Hope, Fun to Community Through Walk
By Angelina Gamba Jody Nolan’s father first began showing small signs of Alzheimer’s back in 2012, like forgetting to turn … More
Volunteer Spotlight: Orlando Couple Uses Advocacy to Make a Difference
By Angelina Gamba Dr. Zahydie L. Burgos Ribot’s husband, Francisco Rios aka Pako, was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s just … More
Alzheimer’s and Grief: Expression Through Poetry
By Angelina Gamba, poem by Ron Jackson Alzheimer’s disease takes a toll on the entire family and broader community, As … More
South Dade County Funding Addresses Growing Alzheimer’s Crisis
In 2023, the Alzheimer’s Association Southeast Florida Chapter announced a new grant from the Ocean Reef Community Foundation to address … More
Daylight Saving Time and Caregiving: Tips From Someone Who’s Been There
By Michelle F. Solomon As a caregiver, when it was daylight saving time, either fall back or spring forward, I … More