Iowans had a unique opportunity to influence national politics, through the first in the nation caucuses, Thursday, January 3, 2008.  The Alzheimer's Association urged all eligible Iowans to participate and advocate for those living with Alzheimer's disease by presenting a platform resolution urging Presidential candidates to address the issues relating to Alzheimer's, including affordable long-term care, a commitment to care and supporting research. 

A printable version of the platform resolution is available here.  

 

Resolution for Quality Affordable Health Care including
Long-Term Coverage for Americans with Alzheimer’s Disease

Whereas, Alzheimer’s disease is a major driver of health care
costs for older Americans; and

Whereas, Alzheimer’s disease is the biggest threat for millions of baby
boomers; and

Whereas, Americans 55 and older fear Alzheimer’s more than any other disease.

Therefore, be it resolved that presidential candidates and caucuses
take note that addressing Alzheimer’s is the key to success in improving our nation’s health care and the economic security of millions; and

Therefore, commit to take action to improve coverage for the uninsured, including long-term care coverage; and

Therefore, commit to make changes to Medicare to improve quality and affordability of care for beneficiaries with Alzheimer’s disease; and

Therefore, commit to increase our nation’s commitment to solving the problem of Alzheimer’s disease before we lose another generation – the boomers – to the disease.