Our mission

To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

24/7 Helpline: 1.800.272.3900
www.alz.org/colorado

Sara Spaulding, Vice President of Communications
303.813.1669 tel
303.813.1670 fax
sara.spaulding@alz.org
www.alz.org/colorado

1980

The non-profit Alzheimer's Association is funded through individual contributions, foundation grants, corporate contributions, and planned gifts. Memory Walk - the annual major fund-raising event of the Alzheimer's Association - is held in 14 locations throughout Colorado and raised over $1 million in 2006 to support our mission.

The non-profit Alzheimer's Association is the national voice for people with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders, their families and caregivers.

Nationally, approximately 5 million Americans have Alzheimer's and 19 million report they have a family member with Alzheimer's; 37 million say they know someone with Alzheimer's. By mid-century, 14 million will likely have Alzheimer's, unless a cure or prevention is found.

Approximately 64,000 Coloradoans are afflicted with Alzheimer's. It is predicted that if no cure is found, over 140,000 Coloradoans will have the disease by 2025. For every person with the diagnosis, the lives of at least other three people have been changed forever. Family and caregivers take on extraordinary financial, emotional and physical responsibilities to support their loved one, 70% of whom are cared for at home.

In Colorado, the Alzheimer's Association provides information, support, and education and training for individuals and families affected by Alzheimer's. Anyone may contact us through the 24-hour Helpline (1.800.272.3900), the chapter Web site (www.alz.org/colroado), or during our many educational presentations throughout the state.

Through the efforts of the chapter's Latino Outreach Initiative, additional services are available to individuals and families who prefer or require assistance and/or materials in Spanish. Many of these are provided in collaboration with local community organizations. Alzheimer's Association services include support groups, informational materials and educational programs in Spanish. Please call our Helpline (800-272-3900) or in Denver at (303-813-1669) staffed by bi-lingual individuals who will respond at the caller's convenience with information and support.