Written by Scott Burnsmier I must admit writing this was one of the most difficult and painful experiences I have had since mom passed...

Written by Laura Smetana A few years after my son was born, my dad was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. It was a...

“It has been a difficult road to accept the effects of the disease,” shares Dan Brophy of his mother’s condition. She was diagnosed with...

“Working here has humbled me,” shares Randy Hauser of his job at ClarkLindsey retirement community. As horticulturist at the...

Dani (R) with Alzheimer’s Association CEO Harry Johns. We are thrilled to congratulate Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter Board...

My name is David Myers, and my wife Cheryl was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in 2012 at the age of 47.  Being diagnosed at such a young age...

“How do I say to my kids, ‘Everything is going to be okay’…I don’t know that we can 100% say that yet, so we have to keep taking action,”...

For More Information Contact: Nancy Rainwater VP, Communications 847.324.0373 nrainwater @ alz.org Springfield, IL, April 4, 2022 – Last...

Article by Morgan Stanley and provided courtesy of Barbara Finder. A multitude of economic, social and cultural factors have given rise...

Holly at the 2021 event with her Walk team. For over a decade, Holly Koontz has participated in the Peoria area Walk to End Alzheimer’s...

For Mahomet resident Marie Burge, her involvement with the Alzheimer’s Association has enhanced her understanding of the term “awareness”...

Written by Carmen Molinaro Alzheimer’s disease has affected me in the most life-altering way possible. Alzheimers took away my best...

“I believe that hope and action are contagious,” shares Illinois Women Conquer ALZ (IWCA) member Patricia McClure Chessier. Patricia...

A lot has changed for Laura’s mother since her Alzheimer’s disease diagnosis, but one thing that hasn’t changed is her love of singing....

Ryne and his mother holding hands. “This picture is very important to me and captures a very special moment,” confides Volunteer Advocate...

For Arielle Thompson, Walk to End Alzheimer’s highlights an opportunity to share light and positivity with others. Her grandmother was...

What started as a social call blossomed into a passion for Michelle Carlson. Her friend, Mary Wasik, invited her to an educational event...

“Latino families do not call it what it is,” says State Representative Barbara Hernandez of the 83rd District. She says that many...

Many people dream of running a marathon. Steve Barbus had loftier goals. He began long-distance running at age forty and has covered over...

“I’m no scientist or doctor, but I can take my passion in music and use it to hopefully make a positive impact,” shares Chicago musician...