Caregiving for someone with dementia can be overwhelming, especially for first-time caregivers. These caregivers not only experience the emotional impact that occurs when a close family member is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, but also face a steep learning curve in […]
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Several hundred people joined the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s – New Bern in the fight to end Alzheimer’s disease at Union Point Park or in their own neighborhoods on Oct. 23. Participants raised $49,000 to fund Alzheimer’s care, support and
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World’s Largest Event Dedicated to Alzheimer’s Care, Support and Research The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Craven County and surrounding area residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® on Saturday, October 23,
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With COVID-19 vaccines rolling out across the country, many Americans are looking forward to resuming their lives and returning to normal. This June, during Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, the Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter is encouraging North Carolina residents to
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Special July topics include Effective Communication and Dementia-Related Behavior Raleigh, NC – While the on-going coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic still threatens the health of millions in this country and around the world, it continues to create additional challenges for people living with Alzheimer’s
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Raleigh, NC – While the COVID-19 pandemic threatens the health of millions in this country and around the world, the novel coronavirus presents unique challenges for more than 5 million Americans, including 180,000 in North Carolina, living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers.
Raleigh, NC – The Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter and the Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter are partnering with a slate of North Carolina public officials, to host its first-ever NC Advocacy Virtual Town Halls in May. Participants will receive
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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. – Based on the guidance from local public health agencies regarding COVID-19, the Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter’s conference originally scheduled for Friday, April 24 will now be delivered through a virtual option. The 2020 Common Ground Virtual Summit
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NEW BERN, N.C. – The Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter will be hosting a dementia education workshop at The Gardens of Trent located at 2915 Brunswick Avenue in New Bern. “Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia” will take place on Tuesday, March 31
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Raleigh, N.C. – The Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter announced today the launch of its Direct Connect Referral Program. This free service is designed to work together with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure that individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease