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The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. #ENDALZ

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A new Alzheimer's diagnosis can change many aspects of your life, including your friendships. Friends often want to help but may not know how. But friendship isn’t always about knowing what to say. Sometimes, it’s about listening, showing up and staying connected. Join us for a free webinar on Nov. 19 at 3 p.m. CT to hear from two Alzheimer's Association National Early-Stage Advisors and the friends that support and encourage them. 🔗 Register and reserve your spot: bit.ly/4zFDiBF
A group of people sit around a table enjoying tea and conversation. The table has a teapot, cups, and a plate of pastries. The image includes promotional text: "Early-Stage Connections. Relationships After Diagnosis — Family, Friends and Just Enough Support. Thursday, Nov. 19 | 3 p.m. CST. ALZ Talks. Alzheimer’s Association.

ALT A group of people sit around a table enjoying tea and conversation. The table has a teapot, cups, and a plate of pastries. The image includes promotional text: "Early-Stage Connections. Relationships After Diagnosis — Family, Friends and Just Enough Support. Thursday, Nov. 19 | 3 p.m. CST. ALZ Talks. Alzheimer’s Association.

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Our advocates play a vital role in the fight to end Alzheimer's. 📣 By sharing their personal stories and experiences, they put a human face on the disease, helping decisionmakers understand the challenges millions of families are facing and the urgent need for action. Every call, email, meeting and shared story helps further our mission to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia. To all of the advocates in our community: Thank you. Your courage, passion and commitment help move our work forward and bring hope to millions of families facing this disease. #ThankfulThursday
A group of people stand together indoors, smiling and dressed in purple attire. They hold purple signs stating "END ALZ!" The setting appears to be a spacious and modern building with marble floors.

ALT A group of people stand together indoors, smiling and dressed in purple attire. They hold purple signs stating "END ALZ!" The setting appears to be a spacious and modern building with marble floors.

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Your voice matters. Make it heard. 📞 Call your members of Congress to urge them to pass the bipartisan #ASAPAct by the end of the year so we can make routine Alzheimer’s blood tests the new standard of care. bit.ly/4ty2arf
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Serving others is engrained in the identity of many of our country’s veterans. Often, their commitment to helping others continues beyond active service, extending to causes they care about. For Navy Lieutenant Commander Ron Roen, that is the fight to end Alzheimer’s.
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Ron encourages veterans and others diagnosed with dementia not to give up upon diagnosis. “Exercise physically and mentally the best you can. Try to maintain a positive attitude. Take it day by day.”
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💜 On #VeteransDay, we thank Ron and everyone who has served, along with their families.  #ENDALZ
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"To the caregivers, I say thank you." 💜 During National Family Caregivers Month, we join Don Cheadle in recognizing the unwavering love and commitment of Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers. Pay tribute to a caregiver in your life and explore our valuable resources at alz.org/honor. #ENDALZ
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Thank you to everyone who brought their questions, curiosity and experiences to today’s AI Skills Jam for Caregivers & Community Health in Oakland, Tampa, Pittsburgh, Atlanta and Detroit.  At the workshops, which were hosted by @OpenAI in collaboration with the Association, Caregiver Action Network and American Diabetes Association, participants explored how AI can help with resource navigation, peer support and caregiver support. Other topics included how to use AI responsibly, when to consult healthcare professionals, and how AI tools should complement, not replace, medical, legal or financial advice. 
 
We’re proud to help create opportunities for caregivers to learn, connect and explore tools that could make their daily lives a little easier.
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What a weekend! Thank you to everyone who joined us at one of over 35 #Walk2EndAlz events. You made a difference for those impacted by Alzheimer’s and all other dementia in your community. Together, we can #ENDALZ.
A lively group of participants in purple outfits are walking under an inflatable archway that reads "Walk to End Alzheimer's." Some are holding colorful flower-shaped pinwheels. The event appears to be taking place on a sunny day in an outdoor area with a blue sky and buildings in the background.

ALT A lively group of participants in purple outfits are walking under an inflatable archway that reads "Walk to End Alzheimer's." Some are holding colorful flower-shaped pinwheels. The event appears to be taking place on a sunny day in an outdoor area with a blue sky and buildings in the background.

Four volunteers stand in front of a large, inflatable purple sign with the text "END ALZ" and "Walk to End Alzheimer's" written on it. They are wearing matching "Walk to End Alzheimer's" T-shirts and are smiling at the camera. The setting appears to be an outdoor event with buildings visible in the background.

ALT Four volunteers stand in front of a large, inflatable purple sign with the text "END ALZ" and "Walk to End Alzheimer's" written on it. They are wearing matching "Walk to End Alzheimer's" T-shirts and are smiling at the camera. The setting appears to be an outdoor event with buildings visible in the background.

George Lopez and Keith David are smiling and standing on a purple carpet in front of a backdrop featuring the Alzheimer's Association logo at Walk to End Alzheimer's Los Angeles.

ALT George Lopez and Keith David are smiling and standing on a purple carpet in front of a backdrop featuring the Alzheimer's Association logo at Walk to End Alzheimer's Los Angeles.

A crowd of people holding colorful pinwheel flowers in orange, purple and yellow at an outdoor Walk to End Alzheimer's event. A stage is visible in the background. The sky is clear and blue.

ALT A crowd of people holding colorful pinwheel flowers in orange, purple and yellow at an outdoor Walk to End Alzheimer's event. A stage is visible in the background. The sky is clear and blue.

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Nearly 13 million family and friends care for people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia. Join us in honoring their love and dedication during National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month at alz.org/honor.
An older adult and a middle-aged adult are smiling at each other, embracing. Above them is a quote: “I feel a sense of calling in caring for someone who has given so much to the world, now in her time of need.” — Ken, who cares for his wife, Christy.

ALT An older adult and a middle-aged adult are smiling at each other, embracing. Above them is a quote: “I feel a sense of calling in caring for someone who has given so much to the world, now in her time of need.” — Ken, who cares for his wife, Christy.

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“Lead with the community at the center.” For Genelle Lamont, Ph.D., MPH, good research is rooted in people and relationships. “Trusted, authentic relationships are key to successful community-engaged research.”
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The impact of her work is showing up in Minnesota. Indigenous communities are learning more about dementia and ways to reduce their risk. They are taking part in conversations about the programs, services and studies that are needed to help shape the research agenda in a way that honors Tribal sovereignty.
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💜 During Native American Heritage Month, we’re grateful for leaders like Dr. Lamont. To learn more about the Alzheimer’s Association’s public health work, visit alz.org/publichealth. #ENDALZ
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Public Health | Alzheimer's Association

For public health professionals, learn about Alzheimer's and dementia as a public health issue and find valuable Alzheimer's Association resources.

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