Former first lady Rosalynn Carter diagnosed with dementia

Having trouble viewing this message? You may [view it as a web page](. You may also view [e-news archives](. To prevent mailbox filters from deleting your Alzheimer's Association email communications, please add alzheimers_enews@alz.org to your address book. May 31, 2023 24/7 Helpline: [800.272.3900](tel:18002723900) Former first lady Rosalynn Carter diagnosed with dementia Rosalynn Carter, former first lady of the United States and wife of former President Jimmy Carter, is living with dementia, the Carter Center announced. Throughout her life, Ms. Carter has been a leader in promoting our nation’s caregivers, and [the Alzheimer’s Association applauds her]( and her family’s transparency with her diagnosis. [Click here to read more]( Join an upcoming Community Forum This June, attend one of our Community Forums to learn more about resources for people affected by dementia and share your needs and experiences. We're visiting Staten Island on June 1 and midtown Manhattan on June 7. [Click here to read more]( Join the cause during Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. You can join the fight against the disease during June, Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, by going purple and sharing your story. The more people that know about Alzheimer's, the more action we inspire. [Click here to read more]( Help fight Alzheimer's [Give Now]( [Get Involved]( Your Local Community [New York City]( Don't miss our Ice Cream Social You're invited to our free 2023 Walk to End Alzheimer's Launch Party and Ice Cream Social on June 14 at 4:30 p.m. at our midtown office across from Grand Central. You can enjoy some sweet treats, pick up Walk supplies, meet the staff and other walkers, and register your team. [Click here to read more]( BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse supports the fight against Alzheimer’s BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse is the fifth annual Proud Supporter of The Longest Day®. Throughout June, guests who donate $1 or more through dine in or takeout will receive a free Pizookie® on their next visit. In celebration of The Longest Day on June 21, BJ’s Restaurant & Brewhouse will match all donations received up to $25,000. [Click here to read more]( Register to learn about late-stage Alzheimer's On June 9, we invite you to attend the free virtual program Living with Alzheimer's: Late Stage. In the late stage of Alzheimer’s disease, caregiving typically involves new ways of connecting and interacting with the person with the disease. In this program, you’ll hear from caregivers and professionals about what to expect, available resources, and strategies for coping. [Click here to read more]( [Create a free, customized action plan]( with Alzheimer's Navigator. More Resources: [Stages of Alzheimer's]( | [Behaviors]( | [Coping Strategies]( | [Care Training]( My Preferences: [Unsubscribe]( To stop receiving our weekly e-newsletter, simply unsubscribe. [Subscribe]( Was this e-newsletter forwarded to you? Subscribe to get it weekly. The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Alzheimer's Association Home Office 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2023 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. | 800.272.3900.