Support Alzheimers Awareness Month

Whether or not you have a loved one living with Alzheimers or

another form of dementia, chances are youre aware of the
devastating effects of these diseases. Indeed, with more than 47
million people worldwide affected (projections estimate this
number to rise to 76 million by 2030[1]), its hard to stay ignorant.
Yet spreading awareness is more important than ever. Alzheimers
is the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the only one in
the top 10 that cant be prevented, slowed, or cured[2].
BrightStar Care eagerly supports the Alzheimers Association in its
organization of Alzheimers Awareness Month this June.
Here we share ways you can show support and honor Alzheimers
sufferers.

Participate in the Longest Day

Monday, June 20 marks the summer solstice, the longest day of
the year. In time with this, The Longest Day is a unique
fundraising activity to honor those living with Alzheimers and
their caregivers, for whom every day is long and hard.
Not simply a run or walk, the Longest Day invites participants to
spend the day doing something they love, whether thats
kayaking, biking, or dancing.[3]

Go Purple
People can also foster Alzheimers awareness on the Longest Day
by going purple, the color of the Alzheimers Association. A few
ideas to get involved: wear purple, change light bulbs, or write
#ENDALZ on your windows in washable purple window chalk.
However you participate, make sure to share your pictures on
social media and use the hashtag #ENDALZ.

Become an Advocate
Anyone can sign up at the Alzheimers Association website to
join their network of Alzheimers advocates. Advocates receive
regular emails with ways to help influence national policy and
create widespread awarenesseverything from joining support
groups to writing letters to congress to serving on advisory
boards.[4]

Take Care of Yourself

Perhaps one of the simplest, but most profound ways to honor
Alzheimers sufferers is to live a healthy lifestyle. Though theres
no known way to definitely prevent Alzheimers, research shows
that following a healthy diet and exercise plan, keeping social
engagements, and fueling your mind with ongoing education and
stimulating activities may all slow cognitive decline. [5]

1) http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.139389881
1#getTheFacts
2) http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.139389881
1#getTheFacts
3) http://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=8480&pg=informational&sid=
22697
4) http://www.alz.org/forum/experience.asp#advocateStoriesAn
chor

5) http://alz.org/abam/?_ga=1.84317712.865058079.139389881
1#loveYourBrain

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