The End of Alzheimer’s Starts With Me. And You.
This month is the first ever World Alzheimer’s Month and today, September 21, is Alzheimer’s Action Day.
This is important for many reasons, but personally because my Mom has been living with Alzheimer’s for about fifteen years, the last six in a specialized care facility. It is a sad, sad sight to see her these days. She sits in a chair, staring off into space, occasionally seeming to see something that launches her into anger and angst. Two years ago came the day I feared the most, when she no longer recognized me.
Alzheimer’s is a cruel, cruel disease of the brain.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association website, “Today, there are more than 35 million people living with dementia worldwide. And Alzheimer’s disease is the only cause of death among the top 10 in America without a way to prevent, cure or even slow its progression. It’s going to take all of us to end this disease, but together, we can move toward a world without Alzheimer’s.”
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What can you do?
Learn about Alzheimer’s Disease. Know the signs. Don’t abandon friends and neighbors that are diagnosed or are caregivers. 
Watch this message from President Obama and share the concerns that you would like the National Alzheimer’s Plan to address. Help turn Twitter and Facebook purple by substituting your profile picture with the End Alz emblem. And, if you can financially support Alzheimer’s research efforts, click here and please give what you can.
The End of Alzheimer’s Starts With Me. And You.
