We have another exciting policy update to share during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. NC Medicaid has announced coverage of CPT Code 99843, which will expand access to cognitive assessments and care planning for North Carolinians. “This is a huge win for North Carolinians who may be experiencing symptoms of cognitive decline,” said Lindsey Golden, director […]
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Alzheimer’s advocates from every corner of North Carolina have helped drive meaningful progress on both state and federal policy fronts. Their dedication has strengthened legislative momentum and expanded access to critical resources for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. From the AIM Advocacy Forum in Washington, D.C., our community has been hard at work. […]
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As we go purple this month to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s and all dementia, we are reminded that each of us has a story and a reason to end this disease. These reasons are never more on display than during our Promise Garden ceremony at each Walk to End Alzheimer’s event, a colorful display of […]
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Learn about … This June, during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina and Western Carolina Chapters are encouraging North Carolinians to take charge of their brain health. Today, there are more than 7 million people age 65 and older in the United States living with Alzheimer’s, including nearly 211,000 […]
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Chef, author and TV personality Carla Hall is using her voice – and love for food – to make a meaningful impact in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease in honor of her beloved grandmother, Freddie Mai Price Glover. Hall’s granny had a larger-than-life personality, but the thing that she remembers most vividly about her is […]
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What’s your favorite pastime? Golfing, playing pickleball, playing games, cooking, reading, gardening, playing tennis, biking, hiking? There are so many to choose from! Having a hobby or favorite pastime is important not just for enjoyment, exercise, or socializing, but also for your mental health. The same can be said for the endorphin boost you receive when […]
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The Charlotte Memory Gala is Saturday, May 3, but you don’t have to wait until the event to peruse the silent auction items. In fact, the silent auction is open to anyone who would like to support the mission to #ENDALZ. Auction items include travel experiences near and far, ranging from a “staycation” in uptown […]
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Dear North Carolina Alzheimer’s Association volunteers, Thank you! Volunteers like you are the heart and soul of our mission to combat Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. By volunteering with the Alzheimer’s Association, you join a dedicated network of individuals committed to fighting this devastating disease, honoring loved ones, and providing essential care and support to […]
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Time is running out to secure your spot at this year’s Charlotte Memory Gala. The evening promises to be spectacular, with the room nearly full and a guest list that reads like a “Who’s Who” of the Charlotte community. Our auction boasts an ever-growing list of incredible items, and attendees are eagerly anticipating another thrilling […]
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On April 13 – 19, North Carolina will hold an Advocacy Engagement Week to raise awareness among our federal and state legislators, ask for their support for NC families facing Alzheimer’s or other dementia, and build momentum by harnessing the power of many advocates’ voices. With just a few minutes each day, you can make […]
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