The Alzheimer’s Association is the largest funder of dementia research, and we are seeing tremendous progress in better understanding and helping to treat the disease thanks to this research. North Carolina is home to some of this valuable research happening, including one recent research grant awarded to Nicole Scott-Hewitt, PhD, assistant professor of cell biology […]
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As Lynn Wenger stood at the Promise Garden Ceremony during the Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Iredell Co. & Lake Norman last year, he held a purple flower high—a symbol of someone lost to Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. In that moment, he reflected on how he had come to be there, honoring the […]
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Thanks to the impressive sale of celebrity chef Carla Hall’s Sweet Heritage Butter Tarts at The Fresh Market during the month of June, the premium grocery retailer was able to donate more than $21,000 to the Alzheimer’s Association. In addition to the financial donation, The Fresh Market and Carla Hall raised awareness of Alzheimer’s and […]
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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 hosted by Duke Health. You’ll have the opportunity to hear from experts, connect with support programs and services, and find […]
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Darrell and Esther Plyter grew up in the same community—Esther on a farm in the countryside and Darrell in town—but they attended the same school and shared a circle of friends in Williamson, N.Y. After graduating high school, they were apart for over a year while Esther pursued secretarial training. Upon her return, they became […]
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Elena Bare first learned about the Alzheimer’s Association in 2022 from a colleague at her job at Wayne-Sanderson Farms in Dobson, N.C. Sadly, this was just two months before her husband passed away from the disease, after living with it for six years. Now, she’s a passionate advocate for raising awareness in rural communities about […]
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By the time J.J. Denison was six years old, he had already witnessed the impact of Alzheimer’s on his family. He had a front-row seat as his mother cared for her father and became his advocate. J.J. joined her on this journey and is now making his own mark—shining a light on the fight against […]
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Have you registered for Walk to End Alzheimer’s 2025? Participant fundraising is already heating up for our fall walks, and the Alzheimer’s Association chapters in North Carolina are launching a special dri-fit long sleeve T-shirt exclusively for those who get an early start on their fundraising! To be eligible to earn this T-shirt, make sure […]
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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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