In memory: Rick Smith
We are deeply saddened to share that volunteer leader and former Board Member Rick Smith passed away unexpectedly on January 31st. Our thoughts are with his daughters, Ericka and Shannon, as well as his...
Category: News and notes
Nevada County Couple Takes Team Approach to Stay Active with Alzheimer’s
As Alzheimer’s dementia progresses, people often find it difficult to continue their favorite hobbies and activities. But with help from family, friends and others in the community, Geno Meyers is able to keep enjoying...
Get (more) connected with us
There are several ways to stay caught up on all that’s going on with the Alzheimer’s Association of Northern California and Northern Nevada. Here’s a quick list from which you can choose. Social media...
Playing Bridge for a Purpose in the North Bay
From Shasta Lake to Fresno and Pacific Grove to Reno, bridge players gather for a higher purpose than just to enjoy a game with friends. On June 21st, they participate in The Longest...
Staffer Peining Chang shares our learnings in Taiwan
International Symposium on Dementia Prevention and Care While the majority of our chapter’s activities are focused in northern California and northern Nevada, occasionally we are asked to share our learnings with others from...
San Jose resident’s journey from long distance caregiver to Alzheimer’s advocate
When a primary caregiver dies, other family members may quickly be pulled into the caregiving role. This is what happened to Ai-chu Wang and her brother 2 ½ years ago, when their father died....
Petaluma Walk to End Alzheimer’s – another demonstration of #SonomaStrong
#SonomaStrong – it’s a phrase that started showing up in October, after the devastating fires ripped through Sonoma County and other parts of northern California. It’s also a phrase that represents the dedication of...
Local Volunteer Leaders Share the Low Down on The Longest Day
The ability to honor a loved one with dementia, a desire to support a local nonprofit, a wish to meet new people, the love of an activity, the desire to give back as...
