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VOTE: Walk4ALZ 2023 Pet Mascot
Vote on who you want to be the Walk4ALZ 2023 pet mascot winner! You can vote once daily until the poll closes on Friday, August 18th at 11:59 PM PST.
Intimacy & New Relationships: Understanding Yourself
Part one of our blog series on Intimacy & New Relationships discusses understanding yourself and normal human needs regarding loneliness, as well as what to consider if you're thinking about beginning to date.
El cuidado y la pérdida ambigua
El cuidar a alguien con pérdida de memoria puede presentar muchos retos y altos niveles de estrés. Muchos cuidadores de personas con demencia han reportado que el principal problema no es la enfermedad en sí, sino la ambigüedad e incertidumbre que genera la misma.
The Role of Genetics in Alzheimer’s Disease
There are a few genes that have been identified as playing an important role in potential underlying causes of Alzheimer's disease. Some of these genes are risk factors for the disease, while others are hereditary and will cause Alzheimer’s to develop with nearly 100% certainty. Read more about the role of genetics and risk factors.
Volunteer Spotlight: Personal Connections to Alzheimer’s
Volunteers have unique perspectives and reasons as to why they wish to lend their time to help people living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. We're spotlighting three volunteers who are committed to helping in any way they can, and how their connection to the disease increases their desire to lend a hand.
How to Handle Mild Cognitive Impairment
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) is a condition that causes a slight but noticeable change in memory, and there are different forms that come with different symptoms. Learn how MCI differs from Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, as well as the signs, causes, progression, and more.
