Walking to take control over Alzheimer’s
Teresa Mandella is co-chair of the Stockton Walk to End Alzheimer’s. She is walking in honor of her husband Frank, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2010. About FrankFrank worked for years in the...
Teresa Mandella is co-chair of the Stockton Walk to End Alzheimer’s. She is walking in honor of her husband Frank, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2010. About FrankFrank worked for years in the...
News and notes / Walk to End Alzheimer's
by Michelle Johnston · Published July 8, 2019 · Last modified July 14, 2019
Deanna Wong of Walnut Creek first heard of the Alzheimer’s Association when she was helping to care for her father, David. She saw firsthand how much the education and support services helped her and her mother. ...
Did you know that the Alzheimer’s Association was started by volunteers? In 1980, a group of family caregivers and individuals recognized the need for an organization that would unite caregivers, provide support to those...
by Michelle Johnston · Published January 25, 2019 · Last modified January 21, 2021
January 2021: We’re sad to report that Bob died from Alzheimer’s on January 16, 2021. We are so thankful for the courage that Bob showed in sharing his experiences and speaking with legislators about...
To help you meet the amazing Alzheimer’s Association team who are “The Brains Behind Saving Yours®,” we are sharing the stories of our chapter staff on this blog. Today, we’d like to introduce you...
Caregiving / News and notes / Walk to End Alzheimer's
by Michelle Johnston · Published September 7, 2018 · Last modified October 9, 2018
Spanish translation Sonia learned about Alzheimer’s Association services through the Walk and has stayed involved for eight years. Sonia Calvo, of San Jose, has participated in the Silicon Valley Walk to End Alzheimer’s...