My mom was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer’s in 2016 at the age of 66. Although we knew our time was limited with her, I never fully realized the challenge the next 7 years would bring. Over time our roles as mother-daughter reversed as I helped my dad care for her. We watched everything that made her life full of sunshine and joy slowly become cloudy and confusing. We still shared many laughs even through some hair pulling moments, and I was continually amazed at how she consistently showed her love for us despite not fully understanding who we were. She knew we were her people, and her love ran deep right until the end. She lost her battle to Alzheimer’s on September 29, 2023.
My mom was the kind of person you aspire to become. She was the definition of beauty inside and out, standing up for the underdog at all times. It is now time for us to stand up and support those who are up against Alzheimer’s. I’m raising awareness and funds to advance the fight against Alzheimer’s; funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support while accelerating critical research. Please consider making a donation or join me in the walk to raise awareness.
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