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    Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter Advocacy

    Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter Advocacy

    The Alzheimer's Association, Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter is advocating on behalf of those living with Alzheimer's disease and dementia in our area. Addressing the Alzheimer’s crisis is as much a matter of public policy as scientific discovery, and we need your help to change the future of this devastating disease. As an advocate, you will be invited to engage public officials and policymakers in a variety of ways, urging their support for critical Alzheimer's legislation and policy changes.

    Advocates in Minnesota/North Dakota write emails, attend local policy events, post to social media, and meet with their elected officials across Minnesota and North Dakota and Washington, D.C. They take action to urge lawmakers to pass bipartisan legislation that helps families living with Alzheimer’s and other dementia and to ask for more research funding to end this disease — once and for all.

    Become an advocate and help advance public policies that continue to make Alzheimer’s a local and national priority.

    Minnesota and North Dakota Advocacy Day

    North Dakota Alzheimer's and Dementia Day at the Capitol
    Wednesday, February 12, 2025
    9:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
    Bismarck, ND

    Our North Dakota Alzheimer's & Dementia Day at the Capitol is our chance to work together to pass legislation for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s and other dementia. Join us for as much of the day as you can. There is no fee to attend and lunch is provided. Find details and RSVP in advance.

    Minnesota Alzheimer's and Dementia Day at the Capitol
    Tuesday, March 11, 2025
    10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    St. Paul, MN

    Minnesota's Alzheimer’s & Dementia Day at the Capitol is coming up in St. Paul on March 11 and we need you! Join us for a rally and lunch, then meet with lawmakers on Alzheimer’s and dementia issues to help those impacted in Minnesota. Register today to make a difference. No experience is needed and training is provided.


    Sign up to become an advocate.

    Minnesota and North Dakota public health data

    A public health approach is necessary to lessen the burden and enhance the quality of life for people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia, caregivers, and their families.
     

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    Minnesota and North Dakota policy priorities

    Working with the Alzheimer's Impact Movement (AIM), a separately incorporated advocacy affiliate, the Alzheimer’s Association and the Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter fight for critical research, prevention and care initiatives at the federal and state levels. From increased research funding to improving Alzheimer’s care and support policies, we aim to advance critical federal and state policy priorities.

    Learn about Minnesota and North Dakota policy priorities.

    Advocacy volunteering

    By advocating on behalf of those living with Alzheimer's and dementia and their families, the Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter advocates help pass critical legislation in Congress, increase federal research funding and support state initiatives. Explore advocacy volunteer opportunities.

    Contact Congress

    Advocates are urging Congress to build upon the past decade of progress by updating and expanding the work of the National Alzheimer's Project Act (NAPA), which has paved the way for our nation to address Alzheimer's and other dementia. Ask Congress to take action.

    Contact us

    Minnesota State Affairs Contact: Robert Freeman
    Phone: 651.789.9832
    Email: rafreeman@alz.org

    North Dakota State Affairs Contact: Melanie Gaebe
    Phone: 701.253.0449
    Email: mmgaebe@alz.org

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