My journey living with Alzheimer’s, finding joy
After a grand mal seizure forced her to retire from her career as a nurse, Laura McDermott was diagnosed with...
Author: Jennifer Tinkelenberg
Funded researcher Dr. Oanh Meyer
We are fortunate to have many talented researchers and Alzheimer’s Association grant recipients in our chapter. Recently we spoke with...
Volunteer educator answers four common questions about Alzheimer’s
William Palmer of Reno has a passion for volunteering. The Alzheimer’s Association is just one of 10 organizations to which...
Long distance caregiver cares for both parents with Alzheimer’s
Caregiving for a parent with Alzheimer’s can be challenging. It’s even harder when both parents have the disease. Add on...
Advocate navigates cultural differences
Jasmeen Karan’s mother Bibi was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2014, when Jasmeen was 25. After connecting with the Alzheimer’s Association...
New Year’s resolution: a brain healthy diet
January is the prime time of the year for fresh starts and new goals. A recent article in ALZ magazine,...
Staying friends after Alzheimer’s
When people become diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or other dementias it’s common for some family, friends or neighbors to pull away....
Top walkers hit the runway to raise funds
Our volunteers come up with some creative ways to raise funds and awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association. This was especially...
