News and notes / Walk to End Alzheimer's
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published October 27, 2025 · Last modified October 28, 2025
Dennis spent 30 years in the fashion industry before becoming a substance abuse counselor and retiring in Rio Vista with his wife. After being diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, he now travels to Sacramento twice a...
Caregiving / Early stage Alzheimer's voices / News and notes
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published June 30, 2025 · Last modified September 19, 2025
Vicki is a retired college professor and avid traveler. After retirement, Vicki began experiencing cognitive issues but was told she was just “getting older.” With the help of her husband Forrest, her strongest advocate,...
Early stage Alzheimer's voices / Love Stories / News and notes
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published February 7, 2020 · Last modified February 10, 2020
After a grand mal seizure forced her to retire from her career as a nurse, Laura McDermott was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. She shares her frustrations and challenges, but also what brings her joy and...
