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    Make 2x the difference during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month. Your gift, up to $30,000, can go twice as far to help advance research and provide care and support — but only until midnight on June 25.

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    The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

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    Celebrate the Summer Solstice

    The Longest Day® is the day with the most light — the summer solstice. The Longest Day participants fight the darkness of Alzheimer's and all other dementia through a fundraising activity of their choice on a day that works for them. Celebrate with us on the summer solstice.
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    Support, Guidance and Connection — All in One App

    My ALZ Journey, our free mobile app, provides step-by-step support, tailored tools and trusted information to make early-stage planning easier for newly diagnosed people and their care partners.
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    Dementia Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community

    The LGBTQ+ community may face unique challenges related to Alzheimer's and dementia. See what resources are available and how the Association can provide support during Pride Month and beyond.
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    Understanding Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia

    Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia. It causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior.

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    Talk to a dementia expert with our free 24/7 Helpline. Get confidential support, crisis assistance, local resources and information in over 200 languages.

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    "I have called three times and with every call, I have been amazed at how patient, helpful, supportive and devoted you are to helping." — Helpline caller

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    Find a Support Group

    We offer free in-person and virtual support groups for caregivers and people living with dementia. Get local resources and tips from a community who understands.

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    Understand Treatment Options

    Progress in Alzheimer's research has created promising new treatments. Learn about which drugs are available so you can discuss the options with a doctor.

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    Take the Brain Tour

     Learn how Alzheimer's disease affects a person's memory and other brain functions in our interactive online tour.  

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    Get Educated

    Our free upcoming and on-demand ALZ Talks webinars provide education, information, news and resources on a variety of dementia and caregiving topics.

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    Our Efforts to End Alzheimer's and All Other Dementia

    Formed in 1980, the Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.

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    We Provide Care and Support

    In 2024, the Alzheimer's Association provided care and support more than 10 million times through care consultations, support groups, education programs and more.

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    We Accelerate Global Research

    The Alzheimer's Association is currently investing $430 million in over 1,150 active best-of-field dementia projects in 57 countries, spanning six continents.

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    We Advocate for Change

    Advocacy by the Alzheimer's Association has increased the federal funding for Alzheimer's and dementia research to $3.8 billion annually — a more than seven-fold increase in the last decade.

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    Don't Just Hope for a Cure

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    Information for Professionals

    Get tools, guidance, continuing education, funding opportunities, training and other resources for professionals.

    We Work for All Communities
    7+ million Americans

    The Alzheimer's Association serves over 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer's and their nearly 12 million caregivers.

    The Association has a presence in all 50 states through our local chapter offices and collaborates with tribes and tribal organizations to address dementia.

    The Association partners with 30+ national and 900+ local organizations to address health inequities in underserved and underrepresented communities.

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