How The Alzheimer's Association Can Help You And Your Family

An estimated 6.7 million Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's in 2023. That’s 1 in 9 people...for a lot of us, that’s our parents, our Grandparents and sadly maybe US one day. So, we need to learn about it and know what’s being done to help those with it, because it’s a really sad way to see someone you love spend their final years. Thankfully we have the Alzheimer’s Association...the leading voluntary group offering care, support, advocacy and research. There is A LOT being done to fight Alzheimer's & Dementia including a big fundraising Walk Sat 10/28th in downtown LA Hosted by our friend Lynette Romero.Aired October 15, 2023: Lisa Foxx talks to Meg Barren, the Regional Leader and Executive Director of the Southland Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association. We discussed the difference between Alzheimer's and Dementia, how to know the signs of Alz vs getting old/forgetful. They offer care/support: free, local support groups, education classes, social engagement opportunities in-person, online or via telephone. • The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline - 800.272.3900 - is available 365 days a year, all day and night, to answer any questions on any of these topics and offers services in 200 languages. It is staffed by master's-level clinicians. We are in the age of treatment, and early detection is more important than ever (Meg speaks very well to this in easy-to-understand terms) • This past year, two drugs, Aduhelm (Ad-U-Helm) and Leqembi (Leh-Kem-Bee) were approved by the FDA for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, and Leqembi received full FDA approval just this past summer. All treatments must be administered in the early stages of Alzheimer's, so that early detection is important • Get those annual exams. After age 65, cognitive assessments are free, please ask your primary care physician The Walk to End Alzheimer's, Los Angeles, is October 28 at L.A. LIVE- there is no cost to participate, please register today at alz.org/walk. • The walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support, advocacy and research. • Register at alz.org/walk • It's a family affair- featuring a community resource fair, trick-or-treating and more. Most importantly, the walk brings together the community, reminding us that no one is alone in the fight to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.