David Feherty faced his father's Alzheimer's with humor

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. June 30, 2021   24/7 Helpline: 800.272.3900 David Feherty faced his father’s Alzheimer’s with humor Broadcaster and former PGA golfer David Feherty lost his father, Billy, to complications from Alzheimer’s in 2016. On our blog, Feherty says that while everyone approaches the disease in different ways, he feels it’s important for families to try to retain their sense of humor. Join our local Walk to End Alzheimer’s® Facebook Groups If you’ve registered for your local Walk to End Alzheimer’s or are interested in learning more about it, join our local Walk to End Alzheimer’s Facebook groups. You’ll find a supportive community of walkers, fundraising tips, info about your local Walk and resources and info from the Alzheimer’s Association Iowa Chapter. When you join the group, introduce yourself and let us know your Walk team name, so we can welcome you to the group. Take precautions when traveling with someone living with Alzheimer's A person living with Alzheimer's or another dementia may be able to participate in meaningful activities such as travel. However, it does require planning to ensure safety and enjoyment for everyone. Help fight Alzheimer's Give Now Get Involved Your Local Community Iowa Chapter   Thank you to our 2021 Walk to End Alzheimer’s sponsors Thank you to Great American Financial Service, Boyson Heights Senior Living, Clover Ridge Place, Park Vista Retirement Living, Arlington Place of Pocahontas, Friendship Haven and Joseph Manufacturing for supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in their communities. The support of our sponsors helps fund local programs, support and research to end Alzheimer’s. Late stage of Alzheimer's can last from several weeks to several years As Alzheimer's advances, intensive, around-the-clock care is usually required, and the needs of the person living with the disease will change. During the late stage, a caregiver's role will focus on preserving quality of life and dignity. Create a free, customized action plan with Alzheimer's Navigator.   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 leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Alzheimer's Association Home Office 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2021 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. www.alz.org | 800.272.3900.