Rita Hayworth helped put Alzheimer's in the spotlight

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. July 28, 2023 24/7 Helpline: [800.272.3900](tel:18002723900) Rita Hayworth helped put Alzheimer’s in the spotlight In front of the camera, famed actress Rita Hayworth dazzled fans with her mesmerizing smile, sensational dancing and Hollywood glamour. Shortly after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s in the early 1980s, Hayworth became one of the first celebrities to publicly share she was living with the disease, which helped start a national conversation. [Click here to read more]( It's the perfect time to register for a Walk The Walk to End Alzheimer's® is coming to New York City this fall. Alzheimer’s isn’t stopping. Neither are we. This is why we walk. Register now to get important updates and learn about fundraising incentives all summer. [Click here to read more]( Plan ahead for dressing or grooming someone living with Alzheimer's Assisting a person living with Alzheimer's or another dementia in maintaining his or her appearance can promote positive self-esteem. These tasks may become frustrating for caregivers, but our tips can help. [Click here to read more]( Help fight Alzheimer's [Give Now]( [Get Involved]( Your Local Community [New York City]( Don't miss our new drama therapy programs This summer, we are partnering with The Patient Palette to offer three drama therapy programs. These free programs will provide a safe space to express yourself, engage with peers, and learn new self-care techniques. We have two groups for caregivers and one for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia. Learn more on our website. [Click here to read more]( Late stage of Alzheimer's can last from several weeks to several years As Alzheimer's advances, intensive, around-the-clock care is usually required, and the needs of the person living with the disease will change. During the late stage, a caregiver's role will focus on preserving quality of life and dignity. [Click here to read more]( New "Parent Care" support group open for registration Registration is open for a new in-person support group for adults who are caring for a parent with Alzheimer's or other dementia. In this group, you will build a support system of caregivers of parents with dementia, who understand the unique challenges of this situation. It will meet the second Wednesday of every month at our midtown offices. Learn more about all our groups and register today. [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.