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My beautiful grandma Ruth was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s about 3 years ago. Since then I’ve watched her slowly mentally deteriorate.
My grandma was an artist, teaching art for over 35 years as a professor and teaching in Germany for kids on an army base for 2. She has traveled to over 50 countries and was the first to take me out of the country to Paris, France when I was in 7th grade. I’ll never forget her excitment whenever she brought me back souvenirs from her last adventure and I will forever miss the amazing stories she always had to tell.
Alzheimer’s has made her forget the amazing life she lived. When my family and I remind her of the many adventures she has been on she simply nods her head. She no longer speaks, minus the occasional few words. It’s incredibly painful to visit her, because each time I notice a decline from the last. I can barely remember the person she was before the Alzheimer’s took over and I think that may be the worst part.
Sigma Kappa’s philanthropy of Alzheimer’s is very special to me. I knew when joining this organization that I wanted to be very involved in their philanthropy. Sigma Kappa’s motto “Memories Matter” is very near and dear to my heart because my amazing grandma can no longer remember all the memories she has made. Any donation is greatly appreciated and no donation is too small.
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