July 2023marks the 21st anniversary of John's diagnosis with Alzheimer's disease -- the day before our 19th wedding anniversary. We became involved in the Alzheimer's Association through support groups, advocacy, education classes, and fund raising. One of the first things we did is to register for the Walk to End Alzheimer's! John was not a public person about much, but he wasn't shy about sharing his story and experience in living with dementia.
Shown here, John is enjoying time in our backyard with the doggy he loved so much, Murphy. When this photo was taken, John had been diagnosed with Alzheimer's for about two years. Constantly curious about his symptoms, one day a list of of dementia with Lewy Bodies symptoms came into my email. It was startlingly closer to John's reality. It took a few years to get a confirmation of probable DLB. DLB, Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia are insidious attackers of healthy brain tissue through the affects of foreign proteins. John was a valiant opponent to the ravages of the disease, but in the end, it took his life after 12 years of living with a diagnosis, and probably 15 - 16 years of living with cognitive symptoms. He was a truly remarkable guy, with a quick wit and compassion. The way he handled being so ill is a testament to his faith.
Please join me in the fight! The Alzheimer's Association supports families impacted by all illnesses causing dementia, including Lewy Body dementia. I'd appreciate your donation to provide funding for care and support programs, research, and bringing the first survivor to reality!
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