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Enews from the Alzheimer's Association
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Bride holds wedding reception at mother’s Alzheimer’s care facility
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As an only child whose mother is in the late stages of Alzheimer’s disease, Julia Napolitano wasn’t prepared to experience her wedding day without her mom by her side. So Napolitano saw only one option: After the ceremony at a local church, she would bring the celebration to her mother.
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Efforts to keep mother with Alzheimer’s disease engaged have an effect
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Miriam Green writes a weekly blog that chronicles her mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s through prose, poetry and recipes. She says that while her mother sits on the sidelines for most conversations as her abilities decline, she will suddenly enter the fray with a pointed comment.
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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
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