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PANEL DISCUSSION HIGHLIGHTS ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH
Jackson Lab, Sen. Collins, and Alzheimer's Association
(L to R) LuAnn Ballesteroes, Dr. Edison Liu, Sen.
Susan Collins, Gareth Howell, Ph.D., Bob O’Keefe, and Laurie Trenholm.
On February 23, 2018 in Bangor, Ed Liu, President
and CEO of The Jackson Laboratory, moderated a panel discussion between Senator
Collins, the Alzheimer’s Association, and the Jackson Laboratory. Despite the difficulties associated with this
devastating disease, panelists focused on hope, optimism, and gratitude. Bob
O’Keefe, an inspirational Alzheimer’s advocate living with the disease, illustrated
both the day-to-day difficulties of Alzheimer’s – including overcoming the fear
that comes with the diagnosis and noted the importance of continuing to do the
things people with Alzheimer’s love, and encouraged his peers to “reach a point
where you say, ‘I’m not going to be afraid anymore.’”
Contact: dwyman@alz.org | 800.272.3900
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WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'S DATES ANNOUNCED
Register Your Team Today
Thanks to
those of you who contributed to the success of Walk to End Alzheimer’s®! Save
the date so we can continue the fight in 2018.
LAKES &
MOUNTAINS AREA | Lewiston, ME | September 15
MAINE BEACHES
AREA | York Beach, ME | September 15
GREATER
PORTLAND | Portland, ME | September 22
NORTHERN MAINE
| Fort Kent, ME | September 29
KENNEBEC
VALLEY AREA | Waterville, ME | October 13
EASTERN MAINE |
Bangor, ME | October 20
MIDCOAST AREA
| Brunswick, ME | October 20
Looking to get more involved with the cause? We have many volunteer opportunities!
Contact: eelliott@alz.org | 800.272.3900
Walk to End Alzheimer's Volunteer Opportunities>>
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 REGISTER FOR THE LONGEST DAY
Start an Activity from Now Until the End of June
What do you have planned to
celebrate The Longest Day? Any activity can be included from scrapbooking to cooking,
or yoga to hiking, you are only limited by your imagination. Fundraising
activities between now and the end of June will be credited toward your
team. Start today: register online and get
involved.
Contact: lfrazell@alz.org | 207.249.8962
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 ALZHEIMER'S ADVOCATES, COMMUNITY PARTNERS JOIN LEGISLATORS AT STATE HOUSE
New Data, Legislation and Research Initiatives Revealed
The Alzheimer’s Association presented newly
released data on cognitive decline and dementia caregiving in Maine at Maine’s
Alzheimer’s & Dementia Advocacy Day at the State House on February 28th.
Elected officials Rep. Erin D. Herbig, Sen. Amy Volk, and Rep. Denise Harlow discussed
current legislation to combat the economic impact of the Alzheimer’s epidemic.
Deb Johnson shared her compelling story as a caregiver for her husband who had
younger-onset Alzheimer’s. And Gareth
Howell, Ph.D., an Alzheimer’s researcher at the Jackson Laboratory provided
updates on research initiatives in Maine.
Community partners that participated in the
event included Acadia Hospital, The Jackson Laboratory, Maine Long-Term Care Ombudsman
Program, Maine Women’s Lobby, and SAGE Maine.
Contact: alacher@alz.org | 207.772.0115
Alzheimer's Advocacy in Maine>>
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DEMENTIA FITNESS IN PORTLAND & BANGOR
Series Begins March 20 in Portland | March 28 in Bangor
The seven-week program series are designed for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease,
dementia, or memory challenges and their care partners. The program offers
gentle mobility, stretching, balance and strength training for health and
wellness.
U-Excel
Exercise for Dementia | UNE Finley Recreation Center | Portland | Tuesday, March 20, 2018 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. | $35 per couple
Memory in
Motion | UMA Fitness Center | 67 Taft St. | Bangor | Wednesday, March 28, 2018 from 10 to 11 a.m.
Advance registration required.
Contact: mpechenik@alz.org | 207.772.0115
Early-Stage Social Programs>>
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About the Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. The Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter serves the entire State of Maine from its Scarborough office. There are more than 26,000 families in Maine who are affected by Alzheimer's disease. 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. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. alz.org/maine
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