I was 10 years old the last time I saw my grandfather on my Dad's side (Boppy).  He was in a home and living with Alzheimer's.  I remember clear as day that he didn't recognize me and called me Shawn.  It was a devastating memory that sticks with me to this day.  And while I did not see my Uncle Mike towards the end, I know that he experienced similar memory loss and it was incredibly challenging for his children (my cousin's) and his brother (my father).  

I walk in their memory.  

I'm leading the way to Alzheimer's first survivor by participating in the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's®. Currently, more than 5 million Americans have Alzheimer's and that number is expected to grow to as many as 14 million by 2050. Our future is at risk unless we can find a way to change the course of this disease.

Together, we can end Alzheimer's disease. Please make a donation to advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. 

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