Reason to Hope table hosts needed – Alzheimer’s disease

Reason to Hope is a powerful one-hour fundraising luncheon and program on Alzheimer’s disease. Guests will learn more about our efforts to provide care and support to the many families in need in Illinois, as well as help advance the important field of Alzheimer’s research. You will hear an impactful first-hand account from someone living with the disease or caregiver that will reflect the positive impact our programs have on families and the Illinois healthcare community.

There has never been a more critical time to support the Alzheimer’s Association. Today, 5.3 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including an estimated 200,000 under the age of 65. This number is projected to jump to 16 million by 2050 unless we can find a cure or effective way to slow down the progression. You are invited to help alter the trajectory of this disease by attending an upcoming Reason to Hope event.
Reason to Hope is a powerful one-hour fundraising luncheon and program on Alzheimer’s disease. Guests will learn more about our efforts to provide care and support to the many families in need in Illinois, as well as help advance the important field of Alzheimer’s research. You will hear an impactful first-hand account from someone living with the disease or caregiver that will reflect the positive impact our programs have on families and the Illinois healthcare community.
While the event is free, at the program’s conclusion, guests are given the opportunity to reinforce their commitment to the Alzheimer’s Association by making a contribution. The funds raised from Reason to Hope help us provide care and support to more than 210,000 people living with Alzheimer’s in Illinois and the estimated 589,000 caregivers.

2016 Reason to Hope Events

CHICAGO LUNCHEON

Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Noon – 1:00 p.m.
Mid-America Club – Aon Center
200 East Randolph Drive, 80th Floor
Chicago, IL 60601

Sponsorship Opportunities

We are pleased to announce that sponsorship opportunities are now available. Your company can join in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease while elevating brand awareness among an affluent audience. For more information, please contact Katie Lane, Manager of Relationship Events and Intermediate Giving at kmlane@alz.org or call 847.324.0359.

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Communities aim to be dementia-friendly as Alzheimer’s numbers grow

While some people with Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias may end up home-bound or in care facilities, many spend years after diagnosis living in their communities. A growing movement has the goal of increasing sensitivity and reducing stigma while helping people stay in their homes and communities for as long as possible.

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Check out what Alzheimer’s Advocates are saying about Lobby Day!

“One of the nicest things about going to Lobby Day in Springfield is that you’re around people who are passionate about doing something about Alzheimer’s.” – Cathy, Wheaton
“I love being able to see the process at work… It really lifts you up and inspires you.” – Deanne, Oak Park
“Lobby Day is always the best!” – Suzy, Springfield
“Every year, it gets better!”- Terron, Chicago

Illinois Action Summit Itinerary

At the beginning of the summit, you will receive a briefing on the Association’s policy priorities for 2016 as well as messages to carry to legislators throughout the afternoon. The Alzheimer’s Association will also provide appropriate strategies for a successful visit.

This event provides an opportunity for you to engage with your legislators. Advocates will visit several members of both the Illinois Senate and House of Representatives, sharing personal stories and asking lawmakers for their support of active legislation designed to make Illinois a dementia capable state.

In joining this one-day effort, advocates have a chance to change the lives of nearly one million Illinois residents impacted by Alzheimer’s disease. Alongside key policy-makers who share a common vision for this cause, each individual has the capacity to make an incredible impact on how lawmakers address Alzheimer’s disease and respond to this ever-growing epidemic.

Transportation to the Capitol will be arranged from a variety of locations, with both lunch and snacks provided.

To register for the 2016 Illinois Action Summit on Thursday, April 14, please click the registration button below. Following registration, you will receive an email confirmation and additional information as the day approaches.

For questions, more information or to register by phone, please contact Andrew Kretschmar at (847)779-6947 or akretschmar@alz.org.

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Let’s work to make Illinois a dementia-capable state!

Join us for the 2016 Illinois Action Summit in Springfield, where as an Alzheimer’s awareness advocate you will have the opportunity to speak with legislators and draw critical attention to the advancement of Alzheimer’s public policies. Be a catalyst for change in Illinois and ensure that the needs of Alzheimer’s patients, family members, and caregivers are addressed.

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Register now to honor those living with Alzheimer’s on The Longest Day

On The Longest Day^®, June 20, teams around the world will join forces to honor the strength, passion and endurance of those facing Alzheimer’s with a sunrise-to-sunset day of activity. Held annually on the summer solstice, participants raise funds and awareness to help advance the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. Register by March 9 to take advantage of early-bird savings.

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