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    Alzheimer’s Association and Alzheimer’s Impact Movement Statement on Senate’s Proposed Medicaid Cuts

    Alzheimer’s Association and Alzheimer’s Impact Movement Statement on Senate’s Proposed Medicaid Cuts

    CHICAGO, June 17, 2025 — The Alzheimer’s Association and the Alzheimer’s Impact Movement today issued the following statement in response to the Senate Finance Committee’s budget reconciliation proposal:

    “As with the House, the Senate’s proposed Medicaid changes avoid alternatives that would be the most harmful for people living with dementia. Nevertheless, the proposed Medicaid reductions would impact this community. Millions of Americans rely on Medicaid to access the essential care to help them remain at home longer and access nursing home care when the disease progresses. Medicaid is the only federal program that covers these services. The Senate proposal would threaten that lifeline.

    “We urge Congress and the Administration to protect this critical program. We are grateful for the strong bipartisan support we’ve received from champions in Congress, and we stand ready to work with lawmakers to ensure Medicaid remains strong for all families facing dementia.

    “Dementia is not only a health care crisis. It’s a growing financial crisis for individuals, families, and federal and state governments. While we continue to make significant strides in the treatment and prevention of this disease, the growing impact of Alzheimer’s and dementia today demands a strong and sustainable Medicaid program.”

    About the Alzheimer's Association

    The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Our mission is to lead 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 is a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia®. Visit alz.org or call 800.272.3900.

    Alzheimer’s Impact Movement

    The Alzheimer's Impact Movement (AIM) is a separately incorporated advocacy affiliate of the Alzheimer's Association. AIM works to develop and advance policies to overcome Alzheimer's disease through increased investment in research, enhanced care and improved support. For more information, visit alzimpact.org.