While there are so many excellent organizations that targetdementia, we unfortunately can’t feature them all here.
Find out how you’ve got the option to make a difference.
It’s the largest nonprofit organization dedicated to this cause.
izusek / Getty Images
Back in 1980, it was named the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Association, Inc.
They provide education, research funding, advocacy, local support, and resources for families and professionals.
More than 32,000 neurologists and other professionals are part of the American Academy of Neurology.
The ABF’s goal is simple but lofty: “cure brain disease.”
CAF has contributed more than $50 million to research.
AFA provides grants to organizations to further programs directed to dementia care and support, too.
Their goal was to build a top of the line research center to seek a cure for Alzheimer’s.
It was established in 1993.
As opposed to limiting their focus to medication, ARPF strongly emphasizes holistic and integrative medicine.
It has been in existence since 1973.
Until a few years ago, however, Bright Focus was called the American Health Assistance Foundation.
LBDA was initially organized by family caregivers of people living with the condition.
However, its size and depth of service to those with Alzheimer’s and their families is quite significant.
Donations are used to support the direct care programs and caregiver support services they offer.
They offer several different programs, each of which targets a different stage or challenge of Alzheimer’s.
Clinical Trials
Another way to “give back” is byparticipating in clinical trials.
Research on Alzheimer’s disease and other kinds of dementia is ongoing, but volunteers are always needed.
Cognitively intact volunteers are also needed for certain trials as well.
Volunteering
The sharing of time and talents can also be a great way to give back.
hit up the activities director to set up a monthly program or just drop by to play the piano.
Whenchildren interact with adults with dementia, both groups of people benefit significantly.
