Dog from Oakland becomes new social media ambassador
Therapy dog Brixton and his owner Linda have recently become social media ambassadors for the San Francisco Walk to End...
Long distance Asian caregiver makes hugs a priority
By Malavika Raj Andy lived 6,000 miles away from his father who had dementia. As the primary caregiver, Andy spent...
Silicon Valley Walker shares resources with family in Bolivia
Barbara Chacón knew her father was having memory issues but didn’t know how to help. It wasn’t until she heard...
Advocating for the rights of people with dementia during COVID
By Susan DeMarois Susan DeMarois, Director of Public Policy for the Alzheimer’s Association® has worked tirelessly to ensure the rights...
New Stockton Walk team tops the fundraising charts
By Prabhjeet Kaur Brookside Walkers and Friends started out as a small team of dedicated friends and family participating in...
Vacaville walker reflects on the importance of community
When her grandmother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, Lavona Hamilton was lucky to have the support of her family, friends...
Edward Jones Region 227 stays committed through the pandemic
The Alzheimer’s Association® is excited to partner with Edward Jones, for our fifth year. This year is special because Edward...
Finding connection and purpose after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis
Guest blog by Sheri Katz When Wally from Lakeport was first diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease 2014, he was devastated. He...
