Alzheimer’s Advocacy Day to Aptly Turn North Carolina Purple

January 18, 2022.Reading time 4 minutes.

The costs of Alzheimer’s on North Carolina are unsustainable. Dementia caregivers bear nearly twice the average out-of-pocket costs of non-dementia caregivers, having to cover medical care, personal care and household expenses for the person with dementia. In 2022, the total national cost of caring for individuals with Alzheimer’s and other dementia is projected to reach […]

Thrive with Pride Monthly LGBTQ+ Educational Series

January 10, 2022.Reading time 4 minutes.

As people are living longer, we see greater attention is being paid to the concerns facing aging adults and caregivers. While many issues are the same for all older adults and those who care for them, some unique considerations arise for LGBTQ+ people dealing with aging. Join us monthly, third Thursday from 11 am – […]

Under the Dementia Umbrella Series Provides Webinars on Forms of Dementia

January 10, 2022.Reading time 4 minutes.

Dementia is not a single disease, but rather an overall term — like heart disease — that covers a wide range of specific medical conditions, including its most common form, Alzheimer’s disease. Join us for this series that takes a deeper dive into various disorders “Under the Dementia Umbrella: February || Parkinson’s Disease and the […]

KICKING OFF THE LONGEST DAY FOR 2022

January 6, 2022.Reading time 3 minutes.

Join us — and bring your friends — for a special event to kick off The Longest Day 2022 and learn more about how you can join the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Whether you are a veteran of The Longest Day or you simply want to figure out what it is all […]

Virtual Learning Series Offered for Those Noticing Signs in a Loved One

January 3, 2022.Reading time 2 minutes.

The holiday season is often a time when families come together. It may also be a time that extended family members notice cognitive changes in a loved one they don’t see regularly. For those who my have seen concerning changes in a loved one over the recent holidays, the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline — 800.272.3900 […]

2022 Charlotte Memory Gala – Save the Date

January 3, 2022.Reading time 3 minutes.

Influential community and business leaders will gather on the front lawn of The Mint Museum Randolph on Saturday, May 21 for our 2022 Charlotte Memory Gala that celebrates the lives of loved ones impacted by dementia as well as raises funds to underwrite the Alzheimer’s Association support, education, advocacy and research initiatives. Join us for an […]

2021 State and Federal Policy Wins for North Carolina

December 27, 2021.Reading time 2 minutes.

Thanks to the Alzheimer’s Association’s advocacy and public policy efforts, in the last year, on a state and federal level, individuals, families and communities impacted by Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia have promising new support. Here’s just some of the “wins” we are celebrating as we close out 2021. STATE In 2021, North Carolina […]

Holiday Greetings from North Carolina Staff

December 20, 2021.Reading time 4 minutes.

What an extraordinary year! On behalf of the Alzheimer’s Association in North Carolina — our Board of Directors, staff, and the Alzheimer’s community in our amazing state, we want to extend our sincerest holiday greetings to you. Thank each and every one of you for all that you have done to support us as we continue […]

Thank You Eastern North Carolina Chapter Walk Sponsors

December 13, 2021.Reading time 3 minutes.

Many thanks for the generous support from our local sponsors of the 2021 Walk To End Alzheimer’s® events! Local sponsors of Walk to End Alzheimer’s have a unique opportunity to impact the success of our event while displaying commitment to the local community. We are grateful for all returning and new sponsors, whose support allows […]

Thank You Western Carolina Chapter Walk Sponsors

December 13, 2021.Reading time 4 minutes.