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What if you were made to feel different because of a disease you couldn’t control?

What if you were excluded at work due to your responsibilities at home?

What if you saw a friend meet your eyes — only to turn away without saying hello?

People with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers experience these situations every day.

Alzheimer’s disease is a global epidemic. More than 35 million people are living with dementia worldwide, but there is still a lack of understanding about the disease.

Often because of misinformation and even fear we hold people with Alzheimer’s disease and their families at arm’s length, and even hide the fact that we are facing Alzheimer’s in our own families. But by being open and educating others about the realities of Alzheimer’s, we can dispel the misconceptions.

During World Alzheimer’s Month, join us as we raise awareness:

• Speak up about the facts. Alzheimer’s is NOT normal aging or “a little memory loss”; it’s a progressive and fatal disease.
• Go Purple. Wear purple to symbolize the movement to end Alzheimer’s – and tell people why you’re wearing it!
• Create a conversation. Ask friends, family, co-workers and neighbors to get involved with the cause or share your knowledge of the disease with them.

Whether you have been a Champion for many years or you’re new to the movement, you can make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer’s today.