After dedicating 14 years to working at the Alzheimer's Association, I stepped away to care for my aging parents. The cause remains deeply personal to me, and I participate in the Walk to End Alzheimer's for many reasons:
- To honor my dad, diagnosed in 2021
- To remember his younger sister, who passed away from Alzheimer's complications in 2017
- To pay tribute to my uncles and their loved ones who battled this disease in silence for over a decade
I walk to break the stigma of Alzheimer's and dementia, especially within Asian and Pacific Islander communities. Both older and younger generations must discuss the changes they observe at home, seek education through the Alzheimer's Association, and build a supportive community. Alzheimer's is an isolating disease, but together, we can harness the power of community support. We cannot do this work alone.
I walk to honor my mom, myself, my husband, and the over 11 million caregivers nationwide who strive to manage this disease. But we can't do it without your help. Join us in the fight against Alzheimer's and make a difference today.
- Get educated about the prevalence of the disease. No one is exempt.
- Get involved. There are many ways to join the fight as a volunteer or an advocate.
- Consider joining TrialMatch. Don't just hope for a cure. Please help ALZ find one.
- Register to join the Walk to End Alzheimer's. Raise awareness of the disease among your friends, family, and co-workers. Join my team or register your own.
- Make a tax-deductible donation in any amount. No amount is too small.
- Sign up to receive the ALZ e-newsletter. Stay up-to-date on the latest info, nationally and locally.
Memories are all we have of one another. Let's make this a good one. - Jenn
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