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Get ready to stand up and be heard. Registration is now open for the Alzheimer’s Association Advocacy Forum — the premier Alzheimer’s public policy event. Join fellow passionate advocates in Washington, D.C., April 23-25, as we take our message directly to Congress and raise our unified VOICE. During these three powerful days, we will fight for our legislative agenda, and fight for a future without Alzheimer’s disease. Click here to get a video sneak peek into the Advocacy Forum experience and to learn more about the event.

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http://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=2092&pg=entry

Have you ever wanted to ride your bike on Lake Shore Drive? Then join us for the MB Financial Bike the Drive event on Sunday, May 27. Each ALZ Stars team member will receive a technical T-shirt to train in and wear on race day. We will provide you with a training plan, fundraising guidance and, most importantly, the camaraderie of a team that is participating to achieve the same vision–a world without Alzheimer’s disease. We’ll celebrate our progress and share our enthusiasm at the pre-race pasta dinner. On race day, enjoy exclusive access to the ALZ Stars tent and amenities.

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https://www.alzheimers-illinois.org/art/payment.asp

Have fun, buy art, fight Alzheimer’s

Don’t miss the 9th annual Unforgettable Art. At this unique event, we will raise our hands in the fight against Alzheimer’s. Not only will you be pledging your support against a terrible disease, you’ll also be bidding on pieces of art created right before your eyes by one of 50 artists. There will be hors d’oeuvres, drinks and a live auction. Unforgettable Art will take place on Saturday, April 28, at the Prairie Street Brewhouse in Rockford. Doors open at 6:00 p.m.

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http://www.alzheimers-illinois.org/enewsletter/april2012/forum.asp

Two chances left to attend a Family Forum

Are you caring for someone who is affected by memory loss? Do you want to connect with others who are facing a similar journey? Join us for the 2012 Alzheimer’s Association® Family Forums and realize – you are not alone and we are here to help!

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http://www.alzheimers-illinois.org/enewsletter/april2012/facts.asp

According to the Alzheimer’s Association’s® 2012 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures, caring for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias will cost the United States an estimated $200 billion in 2012, including $140 billion paid by Medicare and Medicaid.

 Click here to watch the 2012 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures video.

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