This year our family is participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer's in Portsmouth on October 6.
For those who don't know, my Sister-in-law Michelle was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2020. Since then my brother’s family have adopted the adjust and adapt motto to cope with their ever-changing situation. At the beginning of 2024 Michelle entered in-home hospice care as the disease continued to take its toll.
On April 26th Michelle passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, her lengthy battle with Alzheimer's is now over. We are completely heartbroken. Words can’t describe how much she meant to all of us and how much she will be missed. She was the love of my brother’s life and I am grateful to have had such a wonderful sister in law and witnessed the love that they shared. ❤
Alzheimer's is devastating. There is no cure. Current medical treatments focus on sustaining existing memory but with only limited (and short-term) success. It slowly, but surely, takes away your memories, your hobbies, your interests, your independence, your ability to communicate. Your world shrinks as social situations create confusion and your ability to recognize family and friends becomes more unreliable. By participating in this year's walk, we are hoping to contribute, in some small way, to the advancement of research that will ultimately lead to the end of this disease.
We would love to have you on our team. Even if you can't join us for the walk in person, consider joining team Michelle, and walking at a location convenient to you. If you can, please consider a donation.
Thank you for your support and consideration.❤
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