Reno’s top Walk fundraiser shares her tips
Raising more than $5,000 during a global pandemic is no small feat. But Nancy Chontos of Reno has done just...
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Difficult diagnosis leads Bay Area sisters to find the Alzheimer’s Association
When Tuseda Graggs and her sister Stacey Johnson noticed changes in their mother, Willie Mae, they sought medical care. Their...
Sonoma County resident encourages caregivers to ask for help
Gene Girimonte met the love of his life, Art Curtis, over 35 years ago. Together they dealt with the loss...
Get the support you need from the comfort of your home
While the world is sheltering in place, the Alzheimer’s Association continues to offer programs and services delivered to your home,...
We are still here for you: A message from our Chief Program Officer
The Northern California and Northern Nevada Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association is here for you. Our physical doors may be...
Mom advocates for daughter living with Down syndrome and Alzheimer’s
Paula Gann has advocated for her daughter, ever since Kyle was born with Down syndrome. Now that Kyle has developed...
Support for families facing Alzheimer’s and Down syndrome
Marianne Iversen is a social worker with a passion for people with intellectual disabilities. In the past few years, she...
Deanna walks so other caregivers also receive support
Deanna Wong of Walnut Creek first heard of the Alzheimer’s Association when she was helping to care for her father, David. She...
