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A journey of compassion and advocacy
Contributor: Jenn Franck Jenn Franck, a compassionate soul with a heart dedicated to serving others, found her calling amidst the...
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May 31, 2024
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Illinois Legislature Passes First-In-The-Nation Bill to Cover Alzheimer’s Treatments for State Employees
After unanimous votes in both the Senate and House, the Illinois legislature passed Senate Bill 3318, an initiative of the Alzheimer’s...
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May 24, 2024
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Lorenzo’s House: We empower youth and their families affected by younger-onset dementia and build community, cure isolation and drive dementia justice
Contributed by: Diana Cose "Hope is being able to see that there is light despite the darkness." - Archbishop Desmond Tutu After my...
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May 20, 2024
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Understanding the 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s and the path to early detection
As we age, it's common to experience occasional memory lapses or moments of forgetfulness. However, when memory loss starts to interfere...
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May 10, 2024
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Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association hosted inaugural annual African American Release the Silence Conference in Springfield, Illinois
The Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association proudly announces the success of its Inaugural Annual African American Release the...
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May 10, 2024
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The Alzheimer's Association to host First Responder conference to teach emergency personnel essential skills
To further its mission of raising awareness and providing support, the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter will host "Navigating...
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May 10, 2024
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Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association hosted Second Annual African American Release the Silence: RACE into Action Conference
The Illinois Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association proudly announces the success of its Second Annual African American Conference...

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May 5, 2024
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The Longest Day Uniting Globally to Illuminate the Fight Against Alzheimer’s
The 2024 Alzheimer’s Association Facts & Figures report provides an in-depth look at the latest national and state-level statistics on...

Alzheimer's Association
Apr 26, 2024
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The Alzheimer’s Association counts on volunteers to help fulfill our mission. Thank you for all that
Research on volunteering in late life suggests that it may serve as a protective factor for cognitive health, particularly with dementia...

Alzheimer's Association
Apr 19, 2024
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13 year old Walk team captain and volunteer raised $50,000 to help end Alzheimer’s
How I’ve volunteered: My name is Emma Sametz and I’m an undergraduate student at UW-Madison, hoping to become a Physician Assistant. My...

Alzheimer's Association
Apr 19, 2024
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Alzheimer’s Association volunteer Phyllis Timpo shares the importance of bridging communities
As the Director of Community Engagement at the Healthy Aging and Alzheimer’s Research (HAARC) Center, I have the privilege of being part...

Alzheimer's Association
Apr 19, 2024
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Empowering families facing Alzheimer’s by navigating critical legal decisions
Story contributed by: Kerry Peck, Managing Partner of Peck Ritchey, LLC and Legal Education Partner for Alzheimer’s Association Illinois...

Alzheimer's Association
Apr 18, 2024
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Honoring Alzheimer’s volunteers during National Volunteer Week – April 21 – 27
(Shared by Victoria Mullally) Loretta is a shining example of resilience and generosity, defying the challenges of Alzheimer’s with grace...

Alzheimer's Association
Apr 17, 2024
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Race, Ethnicity and Dementia Caregiving
In the intricate tapestry of caregiving, where love intertwines with sacrifice, disparities carve their presence into the fabric of each...

Alzheimer's Association
Mar 31, 2024
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Volunteer Committees, Past 2021–2023 Champions, Current Champions “Cheers to Champions Alzheimer’s Research Event”
Date: Thursday, April 25 Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM Location: Local Chapter Office or Virtually RSVP by April 12: https://alz-org.zoom.us/webi...

Alzheimer's Association
Mar 21, 2024
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Alzheimer’s Association leading the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementias
The Alzheimer’s Association stands at the forefront of the battle against Alzheimer’s and all other forms of dementia, working towards a...

Alzheimer's Association
Mar 15, 2024
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Daylight Saving Time Presents Unique Challenges for Individuals with Alzheimer’s and Dementia
As we approach the biannual transition to Daylight Saving Time (DST), Alzheimer’s Association is shedding light on the impact of this...

Alzheimer's Association
Mar 6, 2024
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Honoring Women’s Contributions To Alzheimer’s During Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions and achievements of women throughout history. It’s also a moment to...

Alzheimer's Association
Mar 6, 2024
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Supporting Veterans Living with Dementia: Understanding Risks and Providing Care
As we honor the brave men and women who have served our country, it’s crucial to recognize the unique challenges some veterans face even...

Alzheimer's Association
Feb 25, 2024
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Paint the Night Purple: record-breaking fundraiser for Alzheimer’s
On the night of Friday, February 9th, the atmosphere at Morgan MFG was electric as the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter Junior...

Alzheimer's Association
Feb 19, 2024
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