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A Little More Time: Advocating for Alzheimer’s Treatment Access

Adapted from Karen Marez’s speech at the CMS Rally in Downtown Seattle on May 22, 2023 Photo of Karen and her mother Like many people, I became an Alzheimer’s advocate because I personally know this disease all too well. My family’s Alzheimer’s journey first began in 2008 when our mom was diagnosed with dementia. Just a few months before, our dad had been diagnosed with … Continue reading A Little More Time: Advocating for Alzheimer’s Treatment Access

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Rebecca Hodges: My Advocacy Story

I got involved with the Alzheimer’s Association early in 2021 after watching my uncle’s Alzheimer’s grow worse, and realizing just how much Alzheimer’s and dementia have affected people around me. I now serve as an ACTor for Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler of Washington’s 3rd Congressional District. Continue reading Rebecca Hodges: My Advocacy Story

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Advocating for resources to help families impacted by dementia

Rep. Bateman has represented the 22nd Legislative District in the Olympia area since being elected in 2020, and is the vice-chair of the House Health Care and Wellness Committee. She is also on the Capital Budget and the Housing, Human Services & Veterans Committees. Rep. Bateman spoke at the Public Policy Town Hall on Nov. 9, 2021. The following is a transcript. I am so … Continue reading Advocating for resources to help families impacted by dementia

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Shared experience inspires tech duo to develop app for caregivers

Seattle locals Mark Tarbutton and Alan Allison are no strangers to the difficulties caregivers face when supporting a loved one with dementia. For the last seven years, Mark has watched his mother care for his father who is living with Alzheimer’s disease. Likewise, Alan witnessed his uncle struggle as a caregiver for his aunt when she was living with dementia. In 2021, the pair founded … Continue reading Shared experience inspires tech duo to develop app for caregivers

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My Advocacy Story: Bruce Holroyd

By: Bruce Holroyd My name is Bruce Holroyd. Earlier this year, I became the Ambassador to Rep. Rick Larsen of Washington’s Second Congressional District. In this role, I will be working with the Washington State Chapter to keep Rep. Larsen’s office updated as to the dementia needs of his constituency. I am also working to increase membership on our Alzheimer’s Congressional Team. About me  I … Continue reading My Advocacy Story: Bruce Holroyd

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Spreading Awareness Across the Country: Why I Walk

By: Anna Wade My name is Anna Wade. I live in Seattle with my husband Dion, my two children, Xander and LC and our dog, Rocky. We love to play outside, travel, cook, be silly and spend time together. Xander and LC go to the same elementary school and Rocky hangs out with me while we work together from home, helping manage federal grants for … Continue reading Spreading Awareness Across the Country: Why I Walk

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Creating a Better Future: Why I Walk

For the second year in a row, Emi Takayama is leading a team for the Pacific Northwest Walk to End Alzheimer’s. She walks in honor of her paternal grandmother, Megumi Takayama, who was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at the age of 65.  Emi grew up with no concept of who her grandmother was before she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. “My earliest memory of grandma’s … Continue reading Creating a Better Future: Why I Walk

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Progress on the Alzheimer’s State Plan

The Dementia Action Collaborative, a group of public-private partners committed to implementing the state plan, has created a variety of tools and resources to help individuals and families facing memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. Continue reading Progress on the Alzheimer’s State Plan

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