The Alzheimer’s Association, along with our partners from the University of Washington’s Memory and Brain Wellness Center, hosted a community forum this past Thursday, November 3. The meeting was in person and virtual and included constituents impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias and those who work in a profession that supports those on their journey with the disease. Topics discussed ranged from obtaining a diagnosis … Continue reading Four Key Takeaways from the King County Community Forum 

For most people, the end of Daylight Savings Time on Sunday, Nov. 6, means an extra hour of sleep. But for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, it may accelerate the disorientation that comes with “sundowning” that can last through the winter months. For the more than 297,000 Washington family members who serve as unpaid caregivers for 120,000 loved ones living … Continue reading Daylight Saving Time & Alzheimer’s

By Amber Helbling, Walk to End Alzheimer’s Participant My grandpa, Les, was an outgoing, kind and compassionate person. He never met a stranger because his welcoming nature had a way of making everyone feel like they had been friends for years. We always joked that every time we went out with him, there would be at least one person that would come up, say hello … Continue reading Why I Walk: For My Papa

By Katie Spears: Walk to End Alzheimer’s Participant It felt like dementia came out of nowhere and hit both sides of my family within the span of 10 years.  My paternal grandmother was the first Japanese war bride to move to Blount County, and she and my grandfather had a love that many people long for. I remember Mamaw Peggy cooking traditional Japanese dishes, trying … Continue reading Why I Walk: For My Family

As we kick off our first Walks of 2022 this Saturday, September 10th, we would like to take a moment to recognize our dedicated Walk Team. Throughout the year, this team works tirelessly to ensure that we continue to raise awareness, fundraise for research and host successful walks across Washington State, North Idaho and Alaska. Learn a little more about each of our Walk the … Continue reading Meet Our Team: Walk to End Alzheimer’s

By Becky Scott, Walk to End Alzheimer’s® participant Mom’s Diagnosis My mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in the spring of 2011. At the time, Mom and Dad were living in Scottsdale, Arizona, which is where they had planned on spending their retirement years. However, Mom’s diagnosis prompted their return to Eastern Washington because, as a family, we felt it was important that Mom be close to … Continue reading Remembering Mom: Why I Walk