North Bay caregiver makes home safety a priority
For Caregiver month we’re highlighting Elenita, a caregiver in the North Bay. This is the second part of a two-part...
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North Bay caregiver finds connection in support groups
For Caregiver month we’re highlighting Elenita, a caregiver in the North Bay. This is the first part of a two-part...
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...
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...
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...
Santa Cruz volunteer supports Walk for 26 years
Francie Newfield has participated in the Santa Cruz Walk to End Alzheimer’s since it began 26 years ago. What started...
Fortuna residents volunteer as a way to give back to the Alzheimer’s Association
When John Schmidt’s mother, Margie, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, he put together a team of professionals, friends and neighbors...
