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    END ALZ Day

    April 17 is END ALZ Day — a powerful day of unity, hope and action in a year‑round fight to end Alzheimer’s and improve our brain health. On this day, we stand together to raise awareness, honor those affected and unite as a community determined to change the future of this devastating disease.

    Unite. Fight. Let's end Alzheimer's together.

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    Explore science-backed brain health guidance

    This END ALZ Day, fight Alzheimer's by prioritizing your brain health and protecting your cognitive well-being.

     

    Make Your Plan for a Healthy Brain

    The Brain Health Habit Builder is a free tool to check your current habits — like physical activity, diet and sleep — and make a science-backed plan to protect your brain.

     

    10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain

    Learn how incorporating key lifestyle habits like physical activity, staying social and eating right can lower the risk of cognitive decline and possibly dementia.

     

    Building Brain-Healthy Habits Program

    This education program shares the importance of taking action at every age to protect your brain. Learn strategies to start (and stick with) new habits.

    Take action in the fight against Alzheimer's

    On END ALZ Day, commit to taking at least one action to make an impact against this disease for yourself, for your loved ones and for the future.

    Learn the 10 signs of Alzheimer's

    Know the differences between warning signs of Alzheimer's and typical age-related changes. If you notice any one of these signs in yourself or a loved one, see a doctor together.

    See a doctor

    If you're noticing signs of cognitive change in yourself or another person, talk to a doctor. Early detection means greater access to treatment options and the ability to plan for the future.

    Stay informed and get connected

    Sign up for our free e-newsletter, call our free 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) or find a free support group near you. You're not alone. We can help.

    Make your voice heard

    A simple blood test can detect Alzheimer's before symptoms appear, but Medicare can't cover it without an act of Congress. Urge your member of Congress to support the bipartisan ASAP Act.

    Volunteer with us

    No matter your time or experience, you can make a difference for people facing dementia in your community. With in-person and virtual opportunities available, find the volunteer role that's right for you.

    Turn your passion into a fundraiser

    Select an activity, pick a date and fundraise for a future without Alzheimer’s through Do What You Love to End ALZ™. There’s no limit to what you can do!

    Purchase with purpose

    Explore a curated selection of products that supports the fight against Alzheimer’s. A portion of each purchase is donated to the Alzheimer’s Association.

    Honor a loved one

    Create a tribute page or make a tribute donation to honor someone living with dementia or memorialize someone you have lost. Every dollar donated makes a difference.

    Lori and husband

    “My greatest wish is for our children and all future generations to live in a world without Alzheimer’s and all forms of dementia. And together, we will get there.”

    — Lori, who lost multiple family members to Alzheimer's

    Triple your impact on END ALZ Day

    On END ALZ Day, your role in this fight becomes even more powerful with our 3x match. Thanks to generous match sponsor Laura Schoenberg, all gifts made before midnight on April 17 can be triple-matched, up to $250,000. That means three times the support for families, three times the momentum for research, and three times the strength behind a nationwide movement to end Alzheimer’s. Turn unity into action.

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    Measurable impact. Meaningful change.

    When we stand together on END ALZ Day, we amplify awareness, strengthen care and support, accelerate research and push the fight to end Alzheimer’s forward in ways none of us could do alone. By making an END ALZ Day gift, you are joining individuals across the country who are standing together to end Alzheimer’s.

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    Every gift supports families facing dementia

    In 2024, the Alzheimer's Association provided care and support more than 10 million times through our 24/7 Helpline care consultations, support groups, education programs and more.

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    Every donation brings us closer to a cure

    The Alzheimer's Association is currently investing more than $450 million in over 1,200 active best-of-field dementia projects in 56 countries, spanning six continents.

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    Every contribution carries hope forward and connects you to a community

    Advocacy by the Alzheimer's Association has increased the federal funding for Alzheimer's and dementia research to $3.8 billion annually. We advocate in all 50 states for access to FDA-approved treatments.

    Unity in action on END ALZ Day

    Behind every statistic is a story. Behind every story is someone who chose to stand up and fight against dementia. These stories reflect the heart of END ALZ Day. Each one reminds us that no one faces dementia alone, and that every action helps move the fight forward.

    Share your story with #ENDALZ