Luminary Ceremony Honoring Those Impacted by Alzheimer’s

All are invited to stand up to the darkness of Alzheimer’s this December by joining us for a special luminary lighting on the longest night of the year – the winter solstice. We’ll gather via Zoom to hear from a few friends and shine a light in honor of all those impacted by Alzheimer’s. Bring […]

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GivingTuesday 2022: Ways to Give

Created in response to Black Friday and Cyber Monday, #GivingTuesday (November 29) is a global day of giving. Now in its 11th year, #GivingTuesday is a day for families, businesses, communities, students and others to come together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and GIVE. On Tuesday, November 29, #GivingTuesday, donate to the Alzheimer’s Association, and […]

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We Are Grateful For You

On behalf of the Alzheimer’s Association in North Carolina — our Board of Directors, staff, and the Alzheimer’s community in our noble state, we want to wish you and yours well this Thanksgiving. We hope the essence of this season provides a time to reflect upon all for which we are are grateful. Those of us […]

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Thank You 2022 Eastern North Carolina Chapter Walk Sponsors

Many thanks for the generous support from our local sponsors of the 2022 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 […]

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Thank You our 2022 Western Carolina Chapter Walk Sponsors

Many thanks for the generous support from our local sponsors of the 2022 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 […]

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North Carolina Legislative Update – November 2022

Advocates across North Carolina have been hard at work on state and federal levels to bolster policy priorities and access for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias from a public health perspective.  State Advocacy Progress Alzheimer’s and other dementia have a growing impact on state health systems, budgets, and workforces. By 2050, the number of Americans […]

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Caregiving During the Holidays

While holidays can be a joyous time for many families, they can be challenging for families affected by Alzheimer’s. For many caregivers the holiday season gives rise to stress, frustration and anger, instead of peace and goodwill. “As the holidays near, we are raising awareness about the unique challenges caregivers face,” said Katherine L. Lambert, […]

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HONOR AND SUPPORT NORTH CAROLINA ALZHEIMER’S CAREGIVERS DURING NATIONAL FAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH

Alzheimer’s Association offers guidance to the 356,000 Alzheimer’s caregivers in North Carolina During National Family Caregivers and National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in November, the Alzheimer’s Association’s Western Carolina Chapter and Eastern North Carolina Chapter are highlighting six essential terms that are important for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers to know. Currently, there are more than […]

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All In the Family: North Carolina Daughter Walks for Her Father and Siblings

The giver’s daughter For as long as Naomi Randolph could remember, her father, Richard Randolph was a giver. “My father taught us about giving…give and keep on giving. He led by example because he was always helping someone in the community.” Richard’s example resonated with Naomi and her thirteen brothers and sisters. This would be […]

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