Category: Advocacy

Advocacy, Aging, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, caregiving, Dementia, Health, science, technology, Washington, Washington State

2020 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures

The 2020 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report was released March 11 and contains the most up-to-date data on Alzheimer’s prevalence and mortality, caregiving and the costs of health care for people living with the disease. Below are key takeaways from the report, including data for Washington State and Idaho. This year’s special report, “On the Front Lines: Primary Care Physicians and Alzheimer’s Care in … Continue reading 2020 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures

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Advocacy, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, caregiving, Dementia, family, kids, love, Memory Loss, Washington, Washington State, Younger Onset Alzheimer's Disease

My Advocacy Story: Todd Larson

By Todd Larson (Pictured above on the left) 1980 was a very memorable year for me. That year, I finally mustered the courage to ask out a work friend who would become my future wife, Sandy. I asked Sandy out in a way that she would talk about for years to come. It was just after my birthday. When Sandy asked me about my birthday, … Continue reading My Advocacy Story: Todd Larson

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Advocacy, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, caregiving, children, Dementia, Memory Loss, outreach, Research, Seattle, Spokane, The Longest Day, Walk to End Alzheimer's, Washington, Washington State

Year in Review: Impact Report FY19

The Alzheimer’s Association Washington State Chapter is pleased to present to you — our loyal supporters — the Impact Report for Fiscal Year 2019. We are grateful for the many ways your support enhances the lives of people in our community affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Below are key highlights of all we accomplished together in the past year. Thank you again for … Continue reading Year in Review: Impact Report FY19

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Advocacy, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, Baseball, caregiving, Dementia, doctor, family, kids, love, Memory Loss, Seattle, Uncategorized, Washington State

My Advocacy Story: Seema Abbasi, MD

By Seema Abassi, MD (speaking in photo above) My father was a retired air force officer. He was in excellent health until one day, when he was 80 years old, he suffered a heart attack and needed an emergency bypass surgery. The surgery was a success, but after his discharge from the hospital, we noticed significant memory changes and thence began his seven-year journey with … Continue reading My Advocacy Story: Seema Abbasi, MD

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Advocacy, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, caregiving, children, Dementia, Denial, education, kids, love, Memory Loss, Washington, Washington State

My Advocacy Story: Dee Anne De Angelo

Above: Dee Anne and her mother, Rose Dee Anne De Angelo is an Air Force veteran raising two teenagers in Wenatchee, WA. In addition to raising her kids, Dee Anne is the founder of a group that supports women veterans, and was the sole caregiver for her mother with Alzheimer’s disease who recently passed away. This is her Alzheimer’s advocacy story.  Dee Anne’s father was … Continue reading My Advocacy Story: Dee Anne De Angelo

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Advocacy, Alzheimer's Association, Dementia, family, fitness, Fundraising, Uncategorized

Swimming to Alcatraz for ALZ

  On July 27, 2019,  Mill Creek local Jill Jordan swam from Alcatraz Island back to the shore in San Francisco. She swam in 59 degree water for just under 45 minutes. Her mission? To raise funds and awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association. This is Jill’s third open-water swim to raise money for a cause, and this year she raised $3,500 for the Alzheimer’s Association.  … Continue reading Swimming to Alcatraz for ALZ

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Advocacy, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Town Halls, Walk to End Alzheimer's, Washington, Washington State

You have a friend in Congress: Congresswoman Dr. Kim Schrier

Congressman Kim Schrier, M.D., of Washington’s 8th district joined the Alzheimer’s Association Washington State Chapter at the Eastside Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Redmond on Oct. 6, 2019.  Since becoming a member of Congress in 2019, Dr. Schrier has been a good supporter of Alzheimer’s Association priorities: These are to improve care and support for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, and dramatically increase Alzheimer’s … Continue reading You have a friend in Congress: Congresswoman Dr. Kim Schrier

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Advocacy, Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Seattle, Spokane, Washington, Washington State

Preview: 2019 Town Halls

Each fall, the Alzheimer’s Association, Washington State Chapter hosts a series of Town Halls across Washington State and northern Idaho. These community events are a unique opportunity for constituents to hear from and ask questions of local leaders about public policy related to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Here are some of the topics being covered at our Town Halls this year: Increases to Research Funding … Continue reading Preview: 2019 Town Halls

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Advocacy, Uncategorized, Walk to End Alzheimer's, Washington, Washington State

Showing up to show support: Congressman Derek Kilmer

Congressman Derek Kilmer of Washington’s 6th district joined the Alzheimer’s Association Washington State Chapter at the Pierce County Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Tacoma on Sept. 15, 2019.  Since becoming a member of Congress in 2013, Congressman Kilmer has been a strong supporter of Alzheimer’s Association priorities. These are to improve care and support for those with Alzheimer’s and other dementias, and dramatically increase Alzheimer’s … Continue reading Showing up to show support: Congressman Derek Kilmer

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Advocacy, caregiving, Dementia, family, Health, kids, love, Memory Loss, music, Uncategorized, Washington State

Farmer, Musician, Caregiver: The Longest Day

Laurie Lee Lewis is a self-described “whirlwind” of a woman. Besides being a farmer, songwriter, musician, author and philanthropist, she has also been the primary caregiver for both of her parents the past four years. This year, Laurie is celebrating her birthday and honoring her father with a celebration on her farm for The Longest Day on June 21. Her parents, Jack and Darlene Little, … Continue reading Farmer, Musician, Caregiver: The Longest Day

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