While some of us may not know how to turn on a gaming console let alone consider ourselves to be streamers or gamers, we probably all know someone who lives for it! Maybe it’s your grandchild or best friend or co-worker. Invite them to show off their skills and help us #ENDALZ. We’re calling all […]
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The Ryan Blaney Family Foundation To Be Honored at 2021 Charlotte Memory Gala There was no burnout to celebrate when the then 24-year-old driver Ryan Blaney scored his first Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series at Pocono Raceway in June 2017. Instead, he elected to perform a slow roll down the front stretch, as a hat […]
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On behalf of those we serve, we are eternally grateful for our volunteers that move our mission forward. During National Volunteer Appreciation Week (April 18-24) 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 us for […]
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As we are all learning to pivot and reimagine our world in a digital space this year, advocacy in support of those with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers has been adapting. This March, volunteers found a way to successfully have a day of story telling and advocate for state policy from the comfort of their own […]
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You’re invited to grow your support in the fight against Alzheimer’s this spring by registering for The Longest Day and making your participation perennial! For a limited time, we will send you an Alzheimer’s Association branded umbrella if you register for The Longest Day 2021 and complete three actions in your participant center. This special […]
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Henry Edmonds, a former board member of the Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter, remembers his father-in-law. “He was a very outgoing person,” Henry says. “He was very active in the church, acting as a member of the deacon board and singing in the choir.” A now-retired pastor, Henry, has been cycling with his […]
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Connecting on a personal level during this pandemic is often challenging. Wireless internet connections make for choppy videos and phone calls lack the visual often associated with comfort. When remembering her grandmother Kathryn, however, Richfield, N.C. resident Jenn LaVance’s voice rings true with a clear smile. Her joy is palpable. “She was an amazing, strong […]
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As the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research, the Association is committed to accelerating the global progress of new treatments, preventions and, ultimately, a cure. The Alzheimer’s Association funds independent researchers worldwide through our International Research Grant Program. Currently, the Association is investing over $208 million in 590 active best-of-field projects in 31 countries. Our grants […]
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Interested in volunteer opportunities to help support the mission of your Alzheimer’s Association here in North Carolina? Consider joining a Walk to End Alzheimer’s Planning Committee! Do you have a knack for marketing? Connecting with businesses? Rallying others for the cause? Use your passion to advance the cause. Regardless of your schedule or if you are unsure […]
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Celebrating the marvelous voice and songs of Tony Bennett who bravely announced he is living with Alzheimer’s, the Alzheimer’s Association chapters across North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia are hosting a special virtual event exclusively for registered participants of The Longest Day. Raise or self-donate $100+ from Feb. 22 through Mar. 5 in order to […]
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