Alzheimer's Association®

Amber helps raise funds for Alzheimer’s care, support & research as a Walk to End Alzheimer’s volunteer, while encouraging others in her community to do the same. Our volunteers are the heart of our mission. #NationalVolunteerWeek

This year’s Part the Cloud Gala raised more than $17 million to fund cutting-edge Alzheimer’s and dementia research. The Part the Cloud movement, started in 2012 by Michaela Hoag "Mikey" with the Alzheimer's Association, has invested more than $82 million in 68 groundbreaking and innovative clinical trials. Mikey’s words describe it best, “Part the Cloud has bloomed into a global research movement that has the potential to find a cure for the disease. It is more than a fundraiser, it's an opportunity to educate, inspire and provide hope to the millions of lives impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementias.” A special thank you to Mikey and event chairs Sue Foley and Lauren Koenig for hosting the event, which was emceed by "Suits" star Sarah Rafferty and included a musical performance by Grammy-winning multi-instrumentalist, songwriter and performer Jon Batiste.

We are grateful for volunteers like Louis who provide education and support opportunities for families navigating Alzheimer’s and other dementia. Volunteers like Louis are a beacon for those facing Alzheimer’s and other dementia. #NationalVolunteerWeek #ENDALZ

Happy #NationalVolunteerWeek to every #ProudVolunteer who dedicates their time and energy to strengthening the fight to #ENDALZ while serving as a beacon of hope to others impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementia in your community. 💜

A huge CONGRATS to the 39 Team End ALZ athletes for running 26.2 miles in the #BostonMarathon today! They have raised over $560K (and counting!) for Alzheimer's care, support and research to help #ENDALZ 💜. Please join us in applauding 👏 their amazing achievement! 

When Dr. David Mandelbaum first learned about #TheLongestDay, he was immediately intrigued. The idea of turning something he loved into a fundraiser resonated with him. This led him to create the Making Memories Classic pickleball tournament. “I could not think of a better way to honor and memorialize my parents while raising money to fight Alzheimer's disease and all dementia than by hosting a pickleball tournament as my The Longest Day fundraiser.” Read his inspiring story in honor of #PickleballMonth: https://lnkd.in/e-NWpXSx. A heartfelt thank you 💜 to Dr. Mandelbaum and all the pickleball players who serve up an impact for The Longest Day! #ENDALZ

Happy #NationalPetDay to all the pets who are raising Alzheimer's awareness, including Pippa from Rhode Island who joined her mom Laurie at this year's AIM Advocacy Forum in D.C. Thank you, Pippa, for helping us turn Capitol Hill purple. 🐾💜 #ENDALZ

Introducing ISTAART Voices 🎙️, a new podcast for dementia scientists to stay up to date with the latest research. Hear from leaders who are shaping the field, and dig into recent scientific findings with this new series: https://lnkd.in/eYXM7dTi.

On #NationalSiblingsDay, we’re sharing the story of brothers, Matthew Skinner and Miguel Martinez, who have lost loved ones to Alzheimer’s. The brothers, who are also known as Beard (Matthew) and Beans (Miguel) turned their brotherly rivalry into a way to raise awareness and funds for The Longest Day. Their event, Beard vs Beans “was started with a brotherly shenanigan,” says Miguel. Each year, the brothers put a new and fun punishment on the line for the brother who raises the least amount. The first several rounds went to Beans, but Beard is making a comeback! Heading into their seventh year of Beard vs Beans, the brothers’ impact continues to grow. They now host three events, including the yearly round of Beard vs Beans and two 5K/10K events. Since 2017, Beard vs Beans has raised nearly $170,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association. Matthew shared that together, he and Miguel have “seen what Alzheimer’s did to our family and we want to help find a cure.” Thank you Beard and Beans, for all you do to fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s by raising funds and awareness through your brotherly rivalry and love.

As the Alzheimer's Impact Movement Advocacy Forum comes to a close, we thank our advocates who brought their stories and their heart to D.C. to better the lives of all those facing Alzheimer’s and other dementia. We know our work isn’t done, but your their voices and hope continue to make a lasting impact. Add your voice on behalf of those living with dementia and their families. Links to take action in the comments.