Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter

Meet the 2025 Greater Hartford Walk to #ENDALZ Chair, Lisa Marshall! Lisa was the primary caregiver for her husband, Peter, who was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's at the age of 53. He passed away at 56, just three years and eight months after his diagnosis. Lisa, author of Oh Hello Alzheimer's, is deeply passionate about supporting caregivers. Lisa is a board member, an advocate, a fundraiser for the Connecticut Chapter. As this year's chair, Lisa aims to increase participation by encouraging more individuals to start walk teams or volunteer, while also boosting corporate involvement through sponsorships and corporate walk teams. Join Lisa October 19 at Rentschler Field. Register here: alz.org/walk #walk2endalz #volunteer #walkchair

Join us to learn how YOU can get involved in Walk to End Alzheimer’s and explore artist Nat Connacher’s new work, a discovery of beauty and inspiration in his mother’s Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Association will announce plans for the 2025 Walk, provide information on valuable resources for those with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, and share how you can join the fight to make a difference.

Cuts made today by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) may undermine our nation’s response to the dementia public health crisis. Bipartisan Alzheimer’s programs like the Building Our Largest Dementia (BOLD) Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s program are now at risk due to a reduction in staff and resources. The BOLD program strengthens Alzheimer’s public health efforts, such as increasing early detection and diagnosis, reducing risk and supporting the needs of caregivers. Congress reauthorized BOLD last year with unanimous support thanks to the hard work of our advocates and congressional champions. Without BOLD, people may not have the information to make brain healthy choices to reduce their risk of Alzheimer’s, and be less likely to get a diagnosis or seek treatment. You can help. Take action NOW to urge your members of Congress to defend the bipartisan BOLD program: bit.ly/4lrHEpI. #BOLDAlzheimersAct

Your fundraising dollars at work! Join us for one or more of these great education programs this week. There are virtual and in person options for you. Register at alz.org/crf or by calling 1.800.272.3900 Spread the word! #ENDALZ

NEW SPEAKING OF ALZHEIMER’S PODCAST ALERT! Today we’re joined by Dr. Gillian T. Coughlan, a research fellow in neurology at Massachusetts General Hospital, for a conversation on menopause, cognitive aging, and Alzheimer’s disease. Dr. Coughlan breaks down the link between menopause and Alzheimer’s risk, plus sex differences in the disease. She also shares insights from her recent study on the timing of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and its potential to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's. Listen now wherever you get your podcasts, or visit alz.org/speakingofalz #podcast #alzheimers #dementia #memoryloss #menopause

Please welcome your 2025 Western CT Walk to End Alzheimer's Chair: Kristine Dahl This will be her 5th Walk and she is proud to spearhead Paint The Town Purple in her region. "This organization is very dear to my heart as my grandmother, Isabel Cronin, suffered from Alzheimer's for 16 years before succumbing to the disease at the age of 92. Her long, painful struggle has fueled my passion to get involved. My wish is for a world without this devastating illness. But I can't do this alone. Please join me at the Western CT Walk to End Alzheimer's on Sunday, September 21 at New Fairfield High School. And together, let's End Alzheimer's!" Join Kristine to make a difference for families and register here: act.alz.org/westernct

CALLING ALL PROFESSIONALS IN THE DEMENTIA FIELD: We need your help! The Alzheimer’s Association has been awarded a grant through the Department of Public Health to conduct Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) educational training for both medical and non-medical professional target groups. In order to identify ADRD-related knowledge gaps and education and training needs throughout the State of Connecticut, we have developed a needs assessment that we hope you will participate in. Your responses will be kept confidential and will only be used for research purposes. This survey is anonymous and will take approximately 5 minutes to complete. If you have any questions or need assistance, please do not hesitate to contact us at ctchapter@alz.org. Just click the following link: https://lnkd.in/edR3DFnm We thank you! #professionals #dementia #alzheimers #education

Keep learning new things! And there are always new things you can learn as a caregiver of someone living with dementia. Here are some upcoming FREE programs. Join us. Don't do this alone. #ENDALZ #dementia #alzheimers #caregivers

What an inspiring success our 2025 Breakfast of Champions was! We want give a huge shout out to ALL of our volunteers and fundraisers for everything you do to support the Alzheimer's Association. Last week's event was a true testament to the power of connection and sharing your story to effect change. YOU are the reason our mission moves forward - YOU are our pot of gold! Join us in keeping the momentum going to fight this disease in 2025 by activating in a new volunteer role, inviting others to join the movement, and growing support for the mission by participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer's near you. alz.org/ct

It's lighter later! Great time to add 'moving your body' into your day! Learn more ways to take care of your brain and body...TONIGHT at Danbury City Hall. The "Healthy Living For your Brain and Body" program is set for 6pm tonight. It's sponsored by sponsored by the Danbury Commission on Aging.  Hear about ways to reduce your risk of developing dementia. Hope to see you there! Please share! #dementia #alzheimers #riskreduction #healthybrain #healthybody