Who we are
The Alzheimer's Association - Western Carolina Chapter serves 49 counties in western and central North Carolina. We help all those facing Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias by providing support groups and educational resources, while advancing crucial research and public policy initiatives.
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.
Areas we serve
The Alzheimer’s Association provides care and support
The Alzheimer’s Association provides services to the central and western North Carolina community. Our support groups are offered regularly. Our education programs for the general public, both online and in person, feature information on topics such as diagnosis, warning signs, communication, living with Alzheimer’s disease and caregiving techniques.
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The Alzheimer’s Association advocates for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer’s
The Association is the leading voice for Alzheimer's disease advocacy, making the need for Alzheimer’s care, education and research is heard at every level of government, including the State of North Carolina.
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The Alzheimer’s Association accelerates research across the globe
As the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research, the Association is committed to accelerating the global progress toward methods of treatment, prevention and ultimately, a cure.
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