This month, get involved with the Alzheimer’s Association and The Longest Day with these events around the Gulf Coast.
Tag: dementia
5 Ways to Promote Brain Health During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month
During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June, we’re encouraging all Americans to adopt healthy lifestyle behaviors that can help reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
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
Art4ALZ: Fluid Art Paint Pouring Coming to Southwest Florida
by Tammy DeCaro Special paint pouring workshops are coming to multiple locations throughout SW Florida in March, April and May … More
Alzheimer’s Research in 2021: A Look Back
The last year saw many breakthroughs in Alzheimer’s treatment, diagnosis and understanding. Thanks to the incredible work of volunteers across … More
Recognizing the Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s During the Holidays
The signs of Alzheimer’s can often be hidden from daily view. They are subtle and many times confused with normal … More
3 Resources to Support Veterans Facing Alzheimer’s
By Jason A. Penrod The Alzheimer’s Association reports that nearly half a million American veterans have Alzheimer’s and as the … More
Walking for Awareness
by Abby Lorden Kandice Robinson of Orange Park, Florida participates in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Jacksonville for her father. … More
Walking for Aida
As a child, nobody expects you to become a caretaker. Tampa Walk to End Alzheimer’s participant Adriana Garcia shares her personal Alzheimer’s story.
Tips From a Former Caregiver
Chasity Brooks’ caregiving journey began in 2017, when her mother-in-law, Jean, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. Although Jean recently passed away at the age of 84, Chasity continues to spread awareness of Alzheimer’s disease by raising funds for a cure through Walk to End Alzheimer’s.