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...
Tagged: Walk to End Alzheimer’s
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...
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...
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...
Fresno resident brings Alzheimer’s information to underserved
Dean Woods returned to her home city of Fresno shortly after her mother passed away with Alzheimer’s. Seeing a need...
