Daughter shares how trailblazing mom made her strong

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 25, 2019   24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900 Daughter shares how trailblazing mom made her strong Susan Spencer was named general manager of the Philadelphia Eagles in 1984, becoming the first — and only — female to hold that position in NFL history. Susan is now living with Alzheimer's; her daughter, Marnie, is her primary caregiver and says her goal is to give back to Susan as much as she can every day. Man fights Alzheimer's for future generations Greg O'Brien's mother died from Alzheimer's, and now at nearly 70, O'Brien is living with the disease himself. Using lessons he learned from his mother, O'Brien, a former Alzheimer's Association National Early-Stage Advisor, fights Alzheimer's for future generations: "It's for my kids, my granddaughter. We've got to stop this demon." Online Tools Alzheimer's Navigator ALZConnected Your Local Community Iowa Chapter   Precautions can help people living with Alzheimer's stay independent Some people living with Alzheimer's may continue to live successfully on their own during the early stage of the disease. Making simple adjustments, taking safety precautions and having the support of others can make things easier. Your donations and support make a difference. More Resources:  Stages of Alzheimer's  |  Behaviors  |  Coping Strategies  |  Care Training My Preferences: Unsubscribe To stop receiving our weekly e-newsletter, simply unsubscribe.   Subscribe Was this e-newsletter forwarded to you? Subscribe to get it weekly. 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 Home Office 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2019 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. www.alz.org | 800.272.3900.