Former caregiver keeps father's spirit alive by walking in his honor

Having trouble viewing this message? You may view it as a web page. You may also view e-news archives. To prevent mailbox filters from deleting your Alzheimer's Association email communications, please add alzheimers_enews@alz.org to your address book. September 28, 2016 Forward this email >> 24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900 Former caregiver keeps father’s spirit alive by walking in his honor Lifestyle and fitness expert Donna Richardson’s father recently died with dementia. Richardson is participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® to continue her father’s legacy. She wants to educate, inspire and empower people about dementia, whether it’s about caregiving, the emotions that come along with the disease or the financial impact it has on families. Alzheimer’s disease can’t steal a favorite baseball memory The San Francisco Giants won the World Series in 2012, but that’s not why Conor Dougherty remembers that season’s July 29 game. His mother, who’s living with Alzheimer’s disease, left her house, walked about 4 miles and somehow ended up at AT&T Park to watch her favorite team. Online Tools Alzheimer's Navigator Caregiver Stress Check ALZConnected Your Local Community Greater Iowa Chapter     Monty Python’s Terry Jones diagnosed with dementia Terry Jones, a founding member of the legendary Monty Python comedy troupe, has been diagnosed with primary progressive aphasia, a form of frontotemporal dementia that impairs one's ability to speak. Jones directed or co-directed three of the British ensemble’s films: "Monty Python and the Holy Grail," "Monty Python's Life of Brian" and "Monty Python's The Meaning of Life." Your donations and support make a difference. More Resources:  Stages of Alzheimer's  |  Behaviors  |  Coping Strategies  |  Care Training The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Alzheimer's Association National Office 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2016 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. www.alz.org | 800.272.3900 To change your email preferences click here.