The Alzheimer’s Association will host its annual Memory Gala this Saturday, May 21. The event is a memorable night in the fight against a disease that erases such moments. Proceeds provide opportunities critical to fighting Alzheimer’s disease by raising funds for research and local support services. Guests will enjoy a welcome reception, seated dinner, powerful […]
The Alzheimer’s Association will host its annual Memory Gala Saturday, May 21. The event is a memorable night in the fight against a disease that erases such moments. Proceeds provide opportunities critical to fighting Alzheimer’s disease by raising funds for research and local support services. Guests will enjoy a welcome reception, seated dinner, powerful mission […]
Singer John Michael Montgomery has lyrics that read, “Life’s a dance you learn as you go. Sometimes you lead, sometimes you follow.” And in the life of Louise “Wheezy” Holloway Glover, nothing could have been truer. Mother of Charlotte radio show host, Ramona Holloway, Wheezy was a local legend (now international thanks to TikTok) who […]
The Alzheimer’s Association will host its annual Memory Gala Saturday, May 21. The event is a memorable night in the fight against a disease that erases such moments. Proceeds provide opportunities critical to fighting Alzheimer’s disease by raising funds for research and local support services. Guests will enjoy a welcome reception, seated dinner, powerful mission […]
You’re invited – Latest on Alzheimer’s Research: A Discussion with Dr. Heather Snyder Members of our community are critical to our success in achieving our vision of a world without Alzheimer’s. Because of this role you each play, we invite all to a special research event. At any given moment… Research is happening. Right now, […]
Have you ever experienced a difficult situation and then asked yourself, “Now what am I going to do?” That’s the very first thought that West End, N.C. resident, Katie Carpenter, experienced after learning of the diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease for her mother, Linda Carpenter. Receiving a diagnosis such as this is never easy. In fact, […]
Dear North Carolina Alzheimer’s Association Volunteers, Thank you! The past several years have presented all of us with many hurdles and the need for adaptation, and YOU, our volunteers, have risen to the challenge! Across the country and here in North Carolina, Alzheimer’s Association volunteers have delivered critical support and education, raised funds, and advocated for […]
“I really do firmly, firmly believe that the success of a community is brought about by individuals who are able… everyone who is a capable member of society has a duty and an obligation to help those around you, whether they’re suffering mentally, physically, financially. Whatever it is to help lift everybody up and that’s […]
On behalf of those we serve, we are eternally grateful for our volunteers that move our mission forward. During the 2022 National Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 17-23) we are taking a moment to celebrate all of you who are volunteers (or potential volunteers!) here in North Carolina for the Association. You are invited to join […]
Life is like a bowl of spaghetti. Every once in a while, you get a meatball. Sharon Creech If you ask any Italian grandmother, she will attest that her meatballs have a secret ingredient. Chances are, the ingredient they’re referring to is the love and attention that go into making them. Growing up in Massachusetts, […]