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The National Capital Area Chapter serves people with Alzheimer's disease and other dementias and their families and caregivers in the District of Columbia, suburban and Southern Maryland and Northern Virginia. Our mission: 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. Our vision: A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia®. COVID-19 and the Alzheimer's Association: The health and safety of our constituents, volunteers and staff remain our driver as we address the COVID-19 outbreak and as we continue to pursue our mission, today and in the longer term. Read our full statement >>
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Coming to terms with the diagnosis requires time. Immediate reactions of denial and fear are normal and may help you and the person diagnosed process the grief you are feeling.
The Alzheimer’s Association is asking Congress to increase Alzheimer’s and dementia research funding by $354 million for the government’s 2021 budget.
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Alzheimer’s disease is a difficult subject, but learning more about it can help families learn what to expect.
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The annual Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures report reveals the burden of Alzheimer's and dementia on individuals, caregivers, government and the nation's health care system.
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Resources are available to help both you and the person with dementia as the disease progresses.
The Alzheimer's Association is the world's largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research.
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