On July 19th. 2022, my mother, Donna Frederick, succumbed to her five-year-long battle with an early-onset dementia disorder. My dad served as her caretaker throughout those five years, rarely leaving her side. The toll that this disease took on her. my dad, and our family was substantial, and unfortunately, we're far from being the only family affected by this.
Currently, more than 6 million individuals are living with Alzheimer's or dementia and there are currently more than 11 million unpaid caretakers (family members, neighbors, or close friends) who care for them. That number of people living with Alzheimer's is expected to nearly double by the year 2050, surpassing 13 million. Alzheimer’s isn’t stopping and neither are we. By participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, I’m raising funds and awareness to advance the fight against this disease — funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support while accelerating critical research.
Families facing Alzheimer’s and all other dementia need us now more than ever — with your help, we can be there for them. Please donate or register as a participant and start your own fundraising. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s disease.
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