Walk Wednesday: Win a Target Gift Card
We all need a little motivation to get us in the fundraising spirit – so we're kicking off Walk4ALZ season with a contest!
Do’s and Don’ts of Communication and Dementia
You can’t control memory loss – only your reaction to it. Keep reading to find out the Do's and Don'ts of compassionate communication with the memory impaired.
Attend a workshop with the incredible Teepa Snow!
Teepa Snow, the renowned dementia expert behind the Positive Approach™ to Care, is coming to San Diego!
Could sending plants to space be the key to curing Alzheimer’s?
A new hypothesis of whether sending plants to space could increase their healing properties is being tested, and has the exciting potential to be the key to fighting a number of diseases such as Alzheimer’s.
Researchers cautiously optimistic about new Alzheimer’s drug trial
A new experimental drug has shown potential to slow Alzheimer’s symptoms. Earlier this month, Biogen and Eisai announced the positive results of the drug BAN2401, which has shown to slow deadly brain-destroying disease over the course of 18 months when taking the highest dose.
Rides4ALZ profile: Mark Foster
First-time rider Mark Foster is one of the top fundraisers for this year’s Rides4ALZ. He’s already brought in 51 donations, and raised more than $6,800 to help local families impacted by dementia! Keep reading to find out his fundraising advice.
5 things you need to know if there’s someone with dementia in your life
Our Director of Education, Amy Abrams, MSW/MPH, shares the 5 things you need to know if there's someone with dementia in your life.
Recap: 2018 Quest for the Cure
The town of Alpine was abuzz last Friday with anticipation for the third annual Quest for the Cure event, benefiting Walk4ALZ. More than 300 people packed the Alpine Community Center for a night of delicious barbecue, fundraising and awareness.
Because of you: Sandy & Rachel took control of a stunning diagnosis
Sandy's life was changed forever when she was diagnosed with Alzheimer's shortly after her 50th birthday. Find out how a single phone call helped her take control of this stunning diagnosis.
Rides4ALZ Profile: Paul Loska
Paul Loska is no stranger to the world of motorcycles – he’s been around them his entire life. Keep reading to find out what inspired this local entrepreneur to become a part of Rides4ALZ.