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Alzheimer's Association
Oct 1, 2020
For my Grandmother
Keefer Schoon began his love for music when he first picked up a guitar, about ten years ago. He was inspired by many rock artists like...
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Alzheimer's Association
Sep 29, 2020
Why I Walk… Melanie’s Story
On December 12, 2013, my family received the news my 59 year old mother had been diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia (FTD). It didn’t...
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Alzheimer's Association
Sep 24, 2020
Why I Walk… Jeff’s Story
I have been involved with the fight against Alzheimer’s Disease for a long time. Years ago when I heard there was going to be a local...
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Alzheimer's Association
Sep 17, 2020
Why I Walk… Jeff’s Story
Walking Sticks I started walking 10 years ago. My new daughter -in-law put together a team of church members to walk since she had lost...
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Alzheimer's Association
Sep 17, 2020
Stay Close
By Jeanne Rivera “You are not too tall , you are just statuesque!” This was Dad consoling me in middle school, as I shot several inches...
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Alzheimer's Association
Sep 15, 2020
“We Have No Regrets”
Alzheimer’s is something we never thought would affect our family. My mother-in-law Gerry was diagnosed in 2010. While it took her memory...
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Alzheimer's Association
Sep 15, 2020
Why I Walk… George’s Story
I have written some variation of this story several times over the past 5 years. I feel that I have written this with a diminishing sense...
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Alzheimer's Association
Sep 15, 2020
Why I Walk… Debbie’s Story
On July 30, 2019, my mom passed away after an 8 year battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. I watched her go from a smart, loving, out-going...
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Alzheimer's Association
Sep 15, 2020
Why I Walk… Joanne’s Story
Grandma Attig was always fun to be around and always busy doing something. She had a very bright smile and great laugh that was...
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Alzheimer's Association
Aug 31, 2020
Volunteer Spotlight: Dave Myers
Dave Myers, an avid traveler and motorcyclist, was first introduced to the Alzheimer’s Association when his wife, Cheryl, was diagnosed...
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Alzheimer's Association
Aug 20, 2020
Why I Walk… Tom’s Story
I was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s just over a year ago. That being said, it was a long and painful journey before doctors reached that...
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Alzheimer's Association
Aug 6, 2020
Why I Walk… Wendy’s Story
I support the Walk to End Alzheimer’s because as a caregiver I have learned a lot from the association and want to see more public...
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Alzheimer's Association
Jun 18, 2020
Summer Safety Tips for Your Loved One Living with Alzheimer’s
While some extra safety precautions are necessary to enjoy the summer weather, don’t let that stop you from getting your loved one...
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Alzheimer's Association
Jun 9, 2020
Games for ALZ Challenge!
Introducing the Games for ALZ Challenge! You can use one of those games you’ve been playing during quarantine to virtually raise money...
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Alzheimer's Association
Apr 10, 2020
Why I Walk… Betsy’s Story
Betsy Skibinski is a resident of Palatine, Illinois and an active member of the Lost Souls team for our Northwest Suburban Walk to End...
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Alzheimer's Association
Apr 1, 2020
Signs of Alzheimer’s or other dementia versus typical age-related changes
While there are noticeable changes that can be related to the onset of Alzheimer’s or other dementia, there are also typical age-related...
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Alzheimer's Association
Mar 31, 2020
Indoor Activities to Keep You Entertained During Shelter-In-Place
Shelter-in-place can be difficult to navigate for the 230,000 people living with Alzheimer’s in Illinois. Aside from the concerns of...
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Alzheimer's Association
Mar 25, 2020
Diagnosing Alzheimer’s and other dementia
There is no single way to test and officially diagnose Alzheimer’s or dementia. Physicians and physician teams instead use a series of...
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Alzheimer's Association
Mar 24, 2020
Caregiver Tips: Reducing the Effects of Sundowning
People living with Alzheimer’s or other dementia sometimes have problems sleeping, or behavioral issues that start at dusk and sometimes...
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Alzheimer's Association
Mar 20, 2020
Walk to End Alzheimer’s Volunteer Jackie Marco
Jackie Marco is a Walk to End Alzheimer’s Volunteer from Sandwich, Illinois. She has raised over $4,000 in support of the Walk to End...
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