Thanks to everyone who poured their passion and commitment to ending Alzheimer’s and all other dementia through The Longest Day. Your fundraising efforts this season have not gone unnoticed – North Carolina is on fire! Collectively across the state, we’ve raised just over $300,000 (60%) of our $500,000 goal. That’s definitely worth celebrating, but don’t […]
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While some brain changes are inevitable as we age, there is a growing body of research to suggest that adopting healthy behaviors — including healthy eating, exercising regularly, not smoking and staying cognitively engaged — may help our brain health at any age. With this in mind, the Brain Booster Club was started by the […]
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Are you a current caregiver or a professional looking to sharpen your skills? The Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter is proud to once again be a conference organizer of the Duke Caregiver Community Event being offered by Association partner, Duke Health. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from experts, connect with support programs […]
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The Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter has recently promoted veteran leader Christine John-Fuller to the role of executive director where she will oversee the Alzheimer’s Association’s impact within the 51 eastern counties of the state. The executive director position was previously held by Lisa Roberts, a long-time executive with the organization who sadly […]
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June activities to support more than 210,000 North Carolina residents living with Alzheimer’s disease This June, during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association chapters in North Carolina are hosting activities statewide to elevate the conversation on the impact of Alzheimer’s disease. Established by the Alzheimer’s Association in 2014, Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month […]
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The Alzheimer’s crisis hits close to home and work, but with new treatment advances that offer people facing the disease hope for more time with loved ones, there’s never been a better time for companies like yours to step up. Engaging our entire community is the key to our success with Walk to End Alzheimer’s. […]
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This spring, the tireless efforts of advocates across North Carolina have led to significant advancements in state and federal Alzheimer’s legislation. Their work has not only bolstered policy priorities but also improved access for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Notable achievements include our State Advocacy Day, Advocacy Engagement Week, and the federal AIM Advocacy Forum. Here’s […]
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We are getting closer than ever to stopping Alzheimer’s. But to get there, we need you. We’re fighting for a different future. For families facing the disease today. For more time. For more treatment. Join us by starting a Walk to End Alzheimer’s team. With that in mind… Help us register 80 teams in 8 […]
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The Alzheimer’s Association will host its annual Memory Gala on Saturday, May 18. 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 […]
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