In December 2001, my 51-year-old mother began showing signs of dementia and was diagnosed with a rare, degenerative brain disorder called Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, or CJD . Doctors compared the disease to Alzheimer's, but instead of progressing over many years, CJD progresses quite rapidly. After 7 months in a long-term care facility, my mom passed away in August 2002.
In 2017 my aunt passed away from the same disease, and in 2020 my uncle also passed from CJD. It has taken a devastating toll on our family. To honor the memories of my mom, aunt, and uncle, I am participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer's this year.
I'm hopeful that we can end Alzheimer's disease, CJD, and other forms of dementia Please make a donation to advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association.
Thank you for joining the fight against Alzheimer's!
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2023 Walk to End Alzheimer's - Heartland (IN)
Saturday, September 23, 2023
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The mission of the Alzheimer's Association is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Learn More.
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