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Why I Fight for Families Fighting Alzheimer’s

By Senator Patty Murray Traveling around Washington state, I’ve heard from many families about the devastating effect Alzheimer’s has on their lives. Each individual story is heartbreaking, and unfortunately each story is one of many such heartbreaks being caused by this terrible disease. A few years ago this disease was the 3rd leading cause of death in Washington, and today there are an estimated 100,000 seniors … Continue reading Why I Fight for Families Fighting Alzheimer’s

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Alzheimer’s Discovery Conference 2017 – A Sneak Peek

Editor’s note: Discovery 2017 is a month away. Register today By UW Memory Brain and Wellness Center It’s time to get excited for the 32nd Alzheimer’s Association Discovery Conference in Seattle on April 7th! Here’s a preview to help you plan the day. The annual Alzheimer’s Association, Washington State Chapter Discovery Conference offers a day packed with evidence-based information and education about dementia. As always, the … Continue reading Alzheimer’s Discovery Conference 2017 – A Sneak Peek

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Medicaid: The Fight to Save Caregiver Support

“If my mom wasn’t able to get approved for Medicaid I don’t know where my family would be. It’s scary to think where she would be, but we know she has safety and help.” Erika Roden, Family Caregiver By Becca Verda Medicaid provides health coverage to seniors, children, pregnant women, parents and individuals with disabilities. Financial support programs like Medicaid are vital to these groups … Continue reading Medicaid: The Fight to Save Caregiver Support

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