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Illinois Chapter shines the spotlight on Hispanic co-workers during Hispanic Heritage Month
Genesis Villalobos has been with the Alzheimer's Association for 3.5 years, working as a Navigator for the US POINTER Study. She helps...
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Oct 6, 2024
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Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter shines a light on Alzheimer’s during Hispanic Heritage Month
Author: Lupita Vavalle My connection to Alzheimer’s began over 20 years ago when my father was diagnosed with the disease in Mexico. At...
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Oct 2, 2024
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Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter Hosts Inaugural Latino/a/e Conference to Bring the Light on Alzheimer's and Dementia"
The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is proud to host a special community conference aimed at raising awareness about Alzheimer’s...
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Sep 24, 2024
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Illinois Communities Unite on World Alzheimer's Day for the Walk to End Alzheimer's
On September 21st, residents from Champaign-Urbana, Quincy, Joliet, and Chicago came together in an inspiring show of support for the...
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Sep 23, 2024
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When Do Bad Decisions Warrant Court Intervention?
written by Kerry R. Peck and Quinn Gottlieb (3rd year Law Student at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law) Watching somebody make decisions...
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Sep 22, 2024
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Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter Welcomes New Committee Co-Chair Chris Parks to Memory Rock
Author: Chris Parks The Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter is proud to welcome Chris Parks as the new co-chair of the Memory Rock...
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Sep 16, 2024
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Junior Board New Member Spotlight Meg McElroy
For eight years, I've actively taken part in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, a tribute to my grandparents, Anabelle and James. These...
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Sep 6, 2024
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Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter launches new caregiver support groups in Peoria Tri-County Area
The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is pleased to announce the launch of three new dementia caregiver support groups in the...
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Sep 5, 2024
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Step Up with Illinois in the Fight Against Alzheimer’s Disease
Starting this September, Illinois residents will join the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the world’s largest event...
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Sep 3, 2024
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Illinois Valley Walk to End Alzheimer's
Ottawa, IL,  August 2, 2024 –  On September 7, 2024, Illinois Valley and surrounding area residents will join the fight against...
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Aug 29, 2024
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An Introduction and Brief Overview of Legal Guardianship
written by Kerry R. Peck and Quinn Gottlieb (3rd year Law Student at IIT Chicago-Kent College of Law) Caring for a loved one who can no...
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Aug 23, 2024
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Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter DEI Intern Explores What it Means to Be a Promotores
The Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter welcomed its first cohort of DEI interns who have spearheaded many projects in the last few...
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Aug 23, 2024
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Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter Welcomes New Board Members
Cassie Crist,  CPA, is a principal on Sikich’s accounting and consulting services team with an emphasis in employee benefit plan audits....
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Aug 23, 2024
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Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter Executive Board Team
Sandy Prabhakar is a Managing Director - Midwest Leader the Armory Group. He works in investment banking and restructuring advisory...
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Aug 22, 2024
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Get Ready for Our 18th Annual Memory Rock Event – Just Two Months Away!
Mark your calendars because our 18th Annual Memory Rock is right around the corner! Join us on Thursday, October 10th, from 6-9 PM at...
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Aug 16, 2024
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Illinois Governor Pritzker Signs First State-In-The-Nation Landmark Bill to Cover Alzheimer’s Treatments for State Employees
Springfield, IL  – We are thrilled to announce that Governor JB Pritzker has again taken a leadership role in the fight to end...
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Aug 14, 2024
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Fighting for a different future
The Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter is thrilled to announce the Alzheimer’s Association Chicago Walk to End Alzheimer’s® on...
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Aug 7, 2024
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Fun Facts from the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference (AAIC) 2024
At least 30% of AAIC attendees came from outside North America, and 57% identified as female. Remarkably, one-third of participants were...
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Aug 1, 2024
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Alzheimer’s Association invites Chicago residents to join 2024 Walk to end Alzheimer’s on September 21
On Walk day, participants honor those affected by Alzheimer’s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony — a mission-focused experience...
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Jul 19, 2024
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Alzheimer’s Association volunteer Bev Miller shares her experience as a caregiver
One way to tackle the challenges caregivers face is to join a support group specifically geared to those taking care of loved ones....
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Jul 15, 2024
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