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Young-Onset or ""Early-Onset"" runs in families linked to three genes that differ from the APOE gene which can increase your risk of Alzheimer's in general. To learn more, visit us today. Young-Onset Young-Onset is often also referred to as "Early-Onset." Yet, it should be differentiated from another commonly used phrase: "Early Stage Dementia," which is more appropriate to describe someone in the early stages of Dementia, at any age. "Young-Onset Dementia is conventionally thought to include patients with onset before 65 years of age . This cutoff point is indicative of a sociological partition in terms of employment and retirement age, but this age has no specific biological significance and there is a range of disease features across this arbitrary divide." Source: click here . "Some people with early-onset Alzheimer's [Dementia] have the common form of the disease, and experts don't know why these people get the disease at a younger age than others do. For most, however, early-onset Alzheimer's runs in the family. They're likely to have a parent or grandparent who also developed Alzheimer's at a younger age. Early-onset Alzheimer's that runs in families is linked to three genes that differ from the APOE gene that can increase your risk of Alzheimer's in general. The genetic path of inheritance is much stronger in early-onset Alzheimer's. If you have a genetic mutation in one of those three genes — the APP, PSEN 1, or PSEN 2 — you may develop Alzheimer's before age 65." Source: click here . Click below on the various terms to learn more about both common and more rare conditions, syndromes and diseases, that can cause, or include symptoms leading to Dementia: Dementia-Like Conditions (that may be reversible); Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI); Alzheimer's Disease (AD or ALZ) Dementia; Mixed Dementia; Vascular Dementia; Young Onset Dementia; Lewy Body Dementia (LBD); Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD); AIDS Dementia Complex (ADC); Huntington's Disease with Dementia; Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Dementia; Parkinson's Disease (PD) with Dementia; Chronic Traumatic Brain Injury (CTE) Dementia; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Dementia; Down Syndrome with Dementia; Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA); Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA); Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) Dementia; Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy (LATE);*** Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Dementia; Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD); Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP); CADASIL;*** Sanfilippo Syndrome*** Batten Disease (Childhood Dementia);*** Binswanger Disease.*** Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA)*** Various Childhood Dementias*** Adult-Onset Leukoencephalopathy*** Don't see what you're looking for? Please contact us. *** Takes you to a non-DSA website. Go back to Definitions | Click Here

Our Dementia education and information programs follow our mission. Those that we serve are very much in need and may be living with Dementia or others. Contact us today for more information. Programs Our Dementia education and information programs follow our mission. Those that we serve are very much in need and may be... Living with a form of Dementia, or Acting as caregivers / care partners; Isolated from friends and family; Have spent down their life savings; Now be on medical subsidies; As you can see it is vital to share Dementia information to address the myriad of issues faced every day. One of our larger efforts addresses the biggest need- tackling taboos, stigmas, fears of the unknown, and a general lack of knowledge about the basics of Dementia; all of which may hold back individuals, families, and our communities, from improving the lives of those living with Dementia. We invite your questions. Please contact us at 1-800-DEMENTIA (1-800-336-3684) or talk to us on social media. Discover More | Click Below Educate Provide Recognize People living with Dementia may long to hear the music they enjoy; yearn to express, however best they can, their feelings through the powerful medium of art; feel the touch of a warm loving hand, or watch (and join in if able) graceful dancers as they sway and swing to the beat. Dementia Society of America (DSA) strives to provide the highest quality programs, performers, and professionals. Our programs are underwritten through the concern and generosity of supporters like you, from across the country. It's important to recognize the efforts of others to enhance the lives of those living with Dementia and/or their caregivers. Maybe it's the occasional concert that residents throw together for the enjoyment of all. Maybe it's an inventor or upstart entrepreneur who creates the next "app" or safety system, that will connect and protect those affected. We want to make a difference, today! If you've read this far, you probably do too. Why not join with us ?

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Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) is a form of cognitive impairment that involves a progressive loss of language function. Primary Progressive Aphasia "Primary progressive aphasia (PPA) is a form of cognitive impairment that involves a progressive loss of language function. Language is a uniquely human faculty that allows us to communicate with each other through the use of words. Our language functions include speaking, understanding what others are saying, repeating things we have heard, naming common objects, reading, and writing. “Aphasia” is a general term used to refer to deficits in language functions. PPA is caused by degeneration in the parts of the brain that are responsible for speech and language. PPA begins very gradually and initially is experienced as difficulty thinking of common words while speaking or writing. PPA progressively worsens to the point where verbal communication by any means is very difficult. The ability to understand what others are saying or what is being read also declines. In the early stages, memory, reasoning, and visual perception are not affected by the disease and so individuals with PPA are able to function normally in many routine daily living activities despite the aphasia. However, as the illness progresses, other mental abilities also decline. Adults of any age can develop PPA, but it is more common in people under the age of 65. People with PPA can have a variety of different language symptoms and no two cases are exactly the same." Source: click here . Additional subtype information: click here . To download an Aphasia caregiver guide, please click here . Click below on the various terms to learn more about both common and more rare conditions, syndromes and diseases, that can cause, or include symptoms leading to Dementia: Dementia-Like Conditions (that may be reversible); Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI); Alzheimer's Disease (AD or ALZ) Dementia; Mixed Dementia; Vascular Dementia; Young Onset Dementia; Lewy Body Dementia (LBD); Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD); AIDS Dementia Complex (ADC); Huntington's Disease with Dementia; Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Dementia; Parkinson's Disease (PD) with Dementia; Chronic Traumatic Brain Injury (CTE) Dementia; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Dementia; Down Syndrome with Dementia; Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA); Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA); Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) Dementia; Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy (LATE);*** Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Dementia; Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD); Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP); CADASIL;*** Sanfilippo Syndrome*** Batten Disease (Childhood Dementia);*** Binswanger Disease.*** Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA)*** Various Childhood Dementias*** Adult-Onset Leukoencephalopathy*** Don't see what you're looking for? Please contact us. *** Takes you to a non-DSA website. Go back to Definitions | Click Here

Leaving a legacy to the Dementia Society of America will be a statement of your appreciation for our work. To know more about it in-depth, visit our website now! Lasting Legacy Make a Lasting Impact Leaving a legacy to the Dementia Society of America will be a statement of the value you cherish in the work we are doing. Please consider the following as you do your estate planning. Make An Impact | Request Free Guide BEQUESTS Remembering the Dementia Society of America in your will or trust can be easily accomplished with the designation of a specific dollar amount or other property. You may also designate the Dementia Society of America to receive a specified percentage of your estate assets. The following is some sample language that you may use in your will or trust: “I give and bequeath to the Dementia Society of America, Doylestown, Pennsylvania, the sum of $________ (or specific asset or _____ percent of the remainder of my estate) to be used for its general charitable purposes.” To find out more about the Legacy Circle or notify the Dementia Society of America about your bequest, please call 1800-DEMENTIA (800-336-3684), or send an email to info@dementiasociety.org . Download the Declaration of Bequest Intention form here . RETIREMENT PLAN ASSETS for the Dementia Society of America Did you know that you can support the Dementia Society of America’s important work by naming it as the partial or sole beneficiary of your IRA, 401(K), 403(B), or other retirement assets? Why use retirement assets to make a gift? Since retirement plan assets may be subject to income and estate taxes if left to heirs, estate planners often recommend that you designate all or a portion of the assets to a charitable organization like the Dementia Society of America. By leaving such assets to the Dementia Society of America, you can pass other assets to your heirs, which may lower the tax burden. How can I name the Dementia Society of America? You should request a “change of beneficiary” form from your retirement plan administrator. In this form, you can name the Dementia Society of America as the sole or partial beneficiary, or you can name us as a contingent beneficiary in case you are predeceased by your immediate beneficiary. On the form, list us as: Dementia Society, Inc. dba Dementia Society of America PO Box 600 Doylestown, PA 18901 Tax ID # 46-3401769 APPRECIATED ASSETS Did you know you can support the Dementia Society’s critical mission by donating appreciated assets like stocks, real estate, works of art, etc., to the Dementia Society of America? Why donate appreciated assets? By donating an appreciated asset to the Dementia Society of America, you may benefit from an income tax charitable deduction at the current market value and not pay capital gains tax on the asset’s appreciation. LIFE INSURANCE SETTLEMENT Did you know? 2.5 million older adults, just like you, every year, will walk away from their life insurance policies with little or nothing to show for all those years of paid premiums. Why? Life has changed, and they may no longer need the benefits, may not be able to afford the payments, or may want to spend the premium money differently, and they do not know there may be a legal option within their rights. But we’re about to share a little-known fact: you can sell it! To l earn more through our life settlement benefit partner , click here . LIFE INSURANCE for the Dementia Society of America Did you know that you can support the Dementia Society’s tradition of compassionate programming by naming the Dementia Society as the partial or sole beneficiary of your life insurance policy? Why life insurance? By leaving the proceeds of an insurance policy to the Dementia Society of America, the proceeds of the insurance policy will not be subject to estate taxes upon your death. Also, if you transfer ownership of the policy to the Dementia Society during your lifetime, you may qualify for an income tax charitable deduction and you may deduct the cost of future premium payments. How can I name the Dementia Society of America? If the policy already exists, you should request a “change of beneficiary” form from the insurance company. You can name the Dementia Society of America as the sole or partial beneficiary or you can name us as a contingent beneficiary in case you are predeceased by your primary beneficiary. On the form list us as: Dementia Society of America PO Box 600 Doylestown, PA 18901 Our IRS tax ID # is: 46-3401769 CHARITABLE TRUSTS For a personal, confidential discussion of the benefit of charitable trusts to fulfill your intent to leave a legacy for the Dementia Society of America please contact us at 1-800-DEMENTIA. None of the above information is intended to be tax advice. Please consult your financial advisers for the implications of charitable giving on your estate plans. Dementia Society, Inc., doing business as Dementia Society of America, is a nonprofit organization incorporated in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and registered with the IRS as a nonprofit 501(c)(3). Your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by law. Please consult your tax advisor. Please view our IRS Determination Letter here. Back to Donate

Explore Dementia Unplugged, an initiative by the Dementia Society of America. Enhance understanding and support for dementia, offering resources and insights. Dementia Unplugged Join our host, Tami, in a lively and informative national Zoom call most Mondays at 7 PM ET. This Dementia Unplugged program, Ask The Expert™ , is appropriate for all care partners and all types and stages of Dementia, as well as specific individuals (those living with MCI or very early-stage Dementia). You'll be able to ask basic questions, get real-world answers, and take the next best step(s) in your journey. Not a "support group" exactly, and not limited to just one type of Dementia. Instead, this is a supportive, helpful conversation around the fundamental challenges and opportunities of coping with all of the symptoms of Dementia. "Ask The Expert" aims to maximize the chance for positive movement forward as a caregiver and self-care. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR ASK THE EXPERT™ Download a handout for Ask The Expert. Please click here . More Supportive Programs... Iowa State University's Powerful Tools for Caregivers: a 6-week worksho p on stress management. Please click here . Support groups on Facebook? Please click here . Are you looking for our other Dementia Unplugged™ programs? Click on the link(s) below to open up the specific playlists on our YouTube channel. ARTFul Insights™ Dementia Foundations™ Care Conversations™

Parkinson’s disease Dementia is a clinical diagnosis that may affect memory, social judgment, language, or reasoning. To learn more about both common and more rare conditions, contact us today! PDD Parkinson’s disease Dementia (PDD), a clinical diagnosis related to [Lewy Body Dementia] that can occur in people with Parkinson’s disease. PDD may affect memory, social judgment, language, or reasoning. Autopsy studies show that people with PDD often have amyloid plaques and tau tangles similar to those found in people with Alzheimer's disease, though it is not understood what these similarities mean. A majority of people with Parkinson’s disease develop Dementia , but the time from the onset of movement symptoms to the onset of Dementia symptoms varies greatly from person to person. Risk factors for developing PDD include the onset of Parkinson’s-related movement symptoms followed by mild cognitive impairment and REM sleep behavior disorder, which involves having frequent nightmares and visual hallucinations. Source: click here . Click below on the various terms to learn more about both common and more rare conditions, syndromes and diseases, that can cause, or include symptoms leading to Dementia: Dementia-Like Conditions (that may be reversible); Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI); Alzheimer's Disease (AD or ALZ) Dementia; Mixed Dementia; Vascular Dementia; Young Onset Dementia; Lewy Body Dementia (LBD); Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD); AIDS Dementia Complex (ADC); Huntington's Disease with Dementia; Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Dementia; Parkinson's Disease (PD) with Dementia; Chronic Traumatic Brain Injury (CTE) Dementia; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Dementia; Down Syndrome with Dementia; Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA); Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA); Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) Dementia; Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy (LATE);*** Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Dementia; Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD); Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP); CADASIL;*** Sanfilippo Syndrome*** Batten Disease (Childhood Dementia);*** Binswanger Disease.*** Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA)*** Various Childhood Dementias*** Adult-Onset Leukoencephalopathy*** Don't see what you're looking for? Please contact us. *** Takes you to a non-DSA website. Go back to Definitions | Click Here

Helping families facing Alzheimer's disease, Vascular Dementia, Lewy Body, FTD, MCI, and more through education, research, and life enrichment. Dementia Society of America Dementia Awareness It's more than a ribbon ... Although a simple purple ribbon on your jacket or a sticker on your car is important and meaningful, Dementia awareness can take many forms. It can also be as basic as learning what Dementia is and isn't, and properly sharing that accurate knowledge with others (we hope that you'll read our definitions pages for more insight). Another form is something forward-thinkers from around the world have coined as, "Dementia-friendly" communities. In addition to the Dementia Society of America® (DSA), there are two associated coalitions leading the national effort: Dementia Friendly America® (DFA), and Dementia Friends USA™. Want to join our efforts to support the development of Dementia Friendly American communities around the country? Contact us at 1-800-DEMENTIA.

Dementia Society of America is a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity helping families facing Dementia, including Alzheimer's (AD), Vascular Dementia, and others. Alzheimer's disease symptoms dementia causes and more. We are Here to Help Our programs bring much-needed education, local resources, and life enrichment to individuals and families impacted by Dementia. We recognize Dementia caregivers and innovators and raise HOPE by spotlighting relevant research to discover cures and causes and encourage early detection and meaningful interventions. Dementia Society of America is your volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit charity serving the nation for all causes of Dementia, including: Alzheimer's (AD), late & young-onset Vascular Dementia Mixed Dementia Lewy Body Dementia (LBD) Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) CTE, TBI, NPH, HIV, L.A.T.E. & others ... DONATE ONLINE Click to Read/Request Read Magazine As heard on... Do you need basic Dementia information? As a Voluntary Health Organization, we focus broadly on all forms of Dementia, sometimes also referred to medically as Major Neurocognitive Disorders (NCD). We have collected top resources from across the country and around the globe for you! We're like a Dementia association, Dementia foundation, and Brain Health resource center - all rolled into one. The Dementia Society of America is here for everyone. Subscribe to Monthly eNews By sharing these resources, we bring HOPE through education about what Dementia is and what it isn't, and help people who live with Dementia continue to lead meaningful lives and support their care partners. This may surprise you, but it summarizes the impact Dementia may have on our families: We believe that more than 9 million Americans live with some form of Dementia today. However, remarkably, even as the ability to make an accurate diagnosis has improved, historically, upwards of 30% of those who received a basic Alzheimer-type Dementia diagnosis (usually in the primary care office/clinic and typically relying on self-reported/observed symptoms and/or family, but without advanced biomarker testing having been done) were thought not to have Alzheimer's disease - yes, they may have developed Dementia, but likely from a different underlying disease/cause.* This points to the need for early screening to be done, more advanced testing to be offered, and starts with an awareness that there are many, many causes of Dementia beyond Alzheimer's. In the U.S., Dementia-related deaths are considerable and estimated to be the 6th leading cause of death in 2023. ** Some would say that the number of deaths attributable to Dementia may be significantly under-reported due to the stigma associated with various diseases, lack of education, or other coexisting health issues that can often occur at the end of one's life. No matter what the numbers are, Dementia is costly in every way possible, both financially and emotionally. Our goal is to provide HOPE and help individuals, caregivers, corporations, and communities who wish to learn more about Dementia through our resources and programs, improving their quality of life. Billions are spent each year on rising healthcare costs relating to Dementia. In addition to the financial burdens, family and care partners who are looking after loved ones and friends are often emotionally frustrated and physically stretched to the limit. Today, there are no cures or effective long-term treatments. Alzheimer's disease and many other causes of progressive Dementia cross the cultural and socioeconomic divides. Rich or poor, or somewhere in between, you can die prematurely just because of Dementia. While you can get great satisfaction, increased inner strength, and a sense of well-being in caring for someone living with Dementia, it is still not easy. Even professional caregivers, paid to give a helping hand and assist those living with Dementia, experience occasional burnout. Person-centered care, and, if possible, person-directed care, requires that we always treat individuals uniquely, with respect and dignity, to the end of their lives. These are the keys to an optimal quality of life and the best possible tomorrows. f="https://plus.google.com/110800689506873609463" rel="publisher">Google+ Subscribe to Monthly eNews Yes, you can help enhance the lives of those living with Dementia and their caregivers! Please get involved, or donate to the Dementia Society today. SELECTED SOURCES *Download/view excerpted source here: 2025 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures. **Download/view U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Data Brief 2023

Discover the signs, symptoms, and treatments for Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) at the Dementia Society. Find support resources and get tips on living with FTD from experts in the field. FAQs Important Notice: Dementia Society of America (DSA) does not provide medical advice. The contents are for informational purposes only and are not intended to substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. The word Dementia can elicit many different reactions, and many of these are unfortunately often based on incorrect information. Getting one’s arms around the definitions and meanings of Dementia terminology can be difficult. We offer our top 3 FAQs and we want to talk to you about what you are thinking and feeling. Please call us at 1-800-DEMENTIA (1-800-336-3684) to learn more. You may also review our multimedia materials for more information, and discover our programs. FAQs Our top 3 questions... 1. What is Dementia? The simple answer is it's an umbrella term, like "cancer." Cancer is found in different forms, such as breast cancer, leukemia, testicular cancer, melanoma, etc. It's no different with Dementia, there are many forms and types. In addition, Dementias are considered severe forms of cognitive impairment that affect at least two functions of the brain. Examples include memory, decision making, behaviors, muscle motor skills, etc. Memory loss alone does not mean Dementia. 2. What is the difference between Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease? Alzheimer's Disease (often shortened to just "AD"), is simply one very common form of Dementia. There are many types of Dementia besides Alzheimer's. Moreover, not all Dementias are diseases or conditions related to Alzheimer's. 3. Can an Alzheimer's diagnosis be confirmed 100% while someone is alive? Well, the most recent answer used to be "no." But, that is changing rapidly. Today, still, only a post-mortem autopsy of the brain tissue can reveal with complete 100% certainty the types of pathology that Dr. Alois Alzheimer discovered over 100 years ago. Yet, within just the past few years, new brain imaging and bodily fluids (blood or cerebral spinal fluid) tests are giving medical professionals more than 90% certainty before death. The science of brain imaging, DNA testing, and other state-of-the-art methods is improving the ability to detect certain tell-tale signs of all causes of Dementia. But still, not everyone has easy access to the advancements in testing that are possible. The best thing to do is not to assume or rubber stamp a diagnosis. Instead, the Dementia Society of America strongly urges anyone thought to have a cognitive impairment to get the best possible diagnostic workup by a board-certified geriatric or cognitive neurologist, and his or her team. Search for a medical professional. Please see our Definitions page for more detail on each of the leading forms of Dementia. Do you have additional questions that you would like answered? If so, please contact us . Go back to Education | Click Here

Vascular Dementia is caused by a series of small strokes and is the second most common cause of dementia after Alzheimer's disease in people over age 65. To learn more, contact us. Vascular DONATE "Multi-infarct Dementia [also commonly referred to as 'Vascular Dementia'] is caused by a series of small strokes. Multi-infarct Dementia (MID) is the second most common cause of dementia after Alzheimer's disease in people over age 65. MID usually affects people between the ages of 55 and 75. More men than women have MID. A stroke is an interruption in or blockage of the blood supply to any part of the brain . A stroke is also called an infarct. Multi-infarct means that more than one area in the brain has been injured due to a lack of blood. The brain cannot get oxygen if blood flow is stopped for longer than a few seconds. Brain cells can die, causing permanent damage. There may be no stroke symptoms when these strokes affect a small area . These are called silent strokes. Over time, as more areas of the brain are damaged, the symptoms of MID appear. Not all strokes are silent. Larger strokes that affect strength, sensation, or other brain and nervous system (neurologic) functions can also lead to MID. Risk factors for MID include diabetes, hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), high blood pressure (hypertension), smoking, and stroke." Lastly, White Matter Disease (WMD) is a Dementia subtype within the context of cardiovascular conditions that may produce similar changes to one's cognition as Vascular Dementia. An MRI scan is typically employed to help identify and distinguish the disorder. Vascular Dementia Source: click here . White Matter Disease Resource: click here . Resource: U.S. government website on vascular/Dementia risks. Video: University of California, Los Angeles Click below on the various terms to learn more about both common and more rare conditions, syndromes and diseases, that can cause, or include symptoms leading to Dementia: Dementia-Like Conditions (that may be reversible); Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI); Alzheimer's Disease (AD or ALZ) Dementia; Mixed Dementia; Vascular Dementia; Young Onset Dementia; Lewy Body Dementia (LBD); Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD); AIDS Dementia Complex (ADC); Huntington's Disease with Dementia; Multiple Sclerosis (MS) with Dementia; Parkinson's Disease (PD) with Dementia; Chronic Traumatic Brain Injury (CTE) Dementia; Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) with Dementia; Down Syndrome with Dementia; Posterior Cortical Atrophy (PCA); Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA); Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome (WKS) Dementia; Limbic-predominant Age-related TDP-43 Encephalopathy (LATE);*** Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) Dementia; Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD); Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP); CADASIL;*** Sanfilippo Syndrome*** Batten Disease (Childhood Dementia);*** Binswanger Disease.*** Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy (CAA)*** Various Childhood Dementias*** Adult-Onset Leukoencephalopathy*** Don't see what you're looking for? Please contact us. *** Takes you to a non-DSA website. Go back to Definitions | Click Here

The mission is to enhance the quality of life for those living with Dementia, caregivers, and the community! Our goal is to present programs that can make a difference in your life. Mission Statement To enhance the quality of life for those living with Dementia, caregivers, and the community! "Create your best possible tomorrows by taking your most meaningful actions today!" Touch Dance Nathan Schulhof Touch 1/20 Our gracious donors, invaluable volunteers, events, and programs. -Kevin Jameson, Founder & President Educate, Provide and Recognize Dementia education can help people living with these conditions, their families, and their caregivers. We aim to present resources and programs that can make a difference in your life and other people’s lives. Educate. To significantly raise awareness and decrease the stigma in America of the spectrum of conditions collectively known as Dementia through education. Knowledge is the first step towards understanding Dementia. It’s important for people to get the information they need so they can cope with the challenges these diseases create. Our organization can be contacted at 1-800-DEMENTIA® (1-800-336-3684) by anyone who would like more information on Alzheimer’s and all the other leading forms of Dementia. Provide. To make available, non-medical, easy-to-understand Dementia awareness materials and resources for individuals, small businesses, larger corporations, civic organizations, and communities-at-large. To provide monthly quality-of-life programs within continuing care communities and in public Dementia-friendly forums, that emphasize meaningful therapies for those living with Dementia, and their caregivers. These educational programs can be a lifeline for many people who are looking for ways to enrich the lives of men and women living with Dementia. Recognize. To encourage those who: provide exemplary Dementia caregiving, counseling, engagement, and even nutritional support; develop prevention initiatives; and create innovative products, services, and solutions. We believe that every American and each employer in the U.S. should know the facts about Dementia. Therefore, our call-to-action is simple: Know Dementia!® Consider getting involved today! Your contribution of time, talent, or treasure can change the lives of all those impacted by Dementia. Please donate today.