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A Walk That Became a Life’s Mission
Shared By Joan Whitney, Co-Chair, Knox-Warren Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Galesburg, IL In 1992, I was working at Sprint...
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Exploitation Across Generations: The Reality of The Younger Generation Targeting Older Adults for Financial Gain, and How We Solve the Problem.
By: Jack Rennillo I’d like to start this article off by asking the reader to humor the author with a visualization experiment. An older...
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Understanding the Stages of Alzheimer's: A Journey Through Change
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that unfolds gradually over time, impacting memory, thinking, and behavior. While the...
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Annual Jeep Run Gears Up to Drive Out Alzheimer’s
On Saturday, August 2, 2025 , the engines will rev, and the fight against Alzheimer’s will roll forward as The Villas of Holly Brook &...
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Celebrating Our Volunteers During National Volunteer Week — and Every Week
Each April, National Volunteer Week gives us a special opportunity to pause and recognize the people who make the Alzheimer’s Association...
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Apr 21
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The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter Hosts Two Third Annual African American Conferences in Chicago and Peoria
“Release the Silence” Events Empower Black and African American Communities Navigating Alzheimer’s and Dementia Caregiving The...
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Apr 21
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Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter and Illinois Department of Public Health Launch New Initiative to Promote Brain Health and Reduce Cognitive Decline
The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter, in collaboration with the Illinois Department of Public Health, announces the launch of the...
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Apr 15
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Walking for a Cause
Shared by Angelica Jimenez: Why I Volunteer for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s Volunteering has always held a special place in my heart. I...
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Apr 14
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Interview with Don Maves a dedicated Alzheimer's Association Volunteer
Q: What inspired you to get involved with the Walk to End Alzheimer’s? Don: I lost my wife, Maureen, seven years ago to Alzheimer’s. She...
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Apr 7
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The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter Hosts the Third Annual African American Conference Release the Silence
The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is proud to announce the Third Annual African American Conference, Release the Silence:...
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Mar 31
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The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter Hosts the Third Annual African American Conference
Release the Silence: Our Voice, Our Power, Our Community Peoria, IL – May 17, 2025 – The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is...
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Mar 24
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Alzheimer’s Association, Illinois Chapter partners with Covenant United Church of Christ to present Alzheimer’s informational and Health Fair
The Alzheimer’s Association, Illinois Chapter, in collaboration with Covenant United Church of Christ, is pleased to announce an...
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Mar 10
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#ENDALZ with Adam and Dayna on March 5!
Hear from volunteer advocates, Adam and Dayna Nielsen, as they share how your voice can advance life-changing legislation to help...
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Feb 24
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A Big Thank You to Our Super Early Bird Walk Partners!
As we get ready to make even more strides in supporting those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias, we want to take a moment to...
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Feb 13
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New Caregiver Support Group Launch in Chicago's Lakeview Neighborhood
Chicago, IL – Artis Senior Living of Lakeview and the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter are pleased to announce the launch of a...
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Feb 11
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Breaking Barriers: Challenges and Triumphs of African American Caregivers
Shown here: Tyler, a young caregiver for her grandmother By Olivia S. Johnson Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter The Unseen Heroes:...
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Feb 3
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New Law to Protect Bank Customers from Financial Scams
Written by Kerry R. Peck, Managing Partner of Peck Ritchey On January 1, 2025, a new law took effect in Florida which allows banks to...
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Jan 27
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Alzheimer’s Association Hosts “Power of Purple: A Reason to Hope Luncheon”
The Alzheimer’s Association invites the community to join us for the “Power of Purple: A Reason to Hope Luncheon” on Thursday, March 13,...
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Jan 20
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Protecting vulnerable individuals and voiding scams, fraud, and crime
In today’s world, scams, fraud, and crime are an unfortunate reality, and many individuals—particularly vulnerable populations like those...
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Jan 2
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New Year Greetings from the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter
As we ring in the new year, the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter extends warm greetings and heartfelt wishes for a year filled...
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