
Alzheimer's Assoc. Oregon & Southwest Washington
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Official Twitter account for the Alzheimer's Association Oregon & Southwest Washington Chapter.
Portland, OR
Joined May 2009
Mid-Columbia Senior Center is launching a respite program in the Gorge.š They were awarded $100,000 through the Alzheimer's Association Center for Dementia Respite Innovation (CDRI). Together, we're enhancing person-centered care in Oregon and Southwest Washington. #ENDALZ
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We are excited to introduce ALZPro ā the go-to hub for professionals. The evidence-informed tools you need are now in one place. From clinical guidelines to continuing education & care modelsā@alz_pro can help you stay informed, prepared and connected.
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ALZPro⢠is your central hub offering the latest clinical guidelines, education and training, research publications and practical tools for researchers, clinicians and dementia care providers.
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Charity work perk #42: you get free car washes at team fundraisers. šš«§š§½ If you too have a dirty car, this is the cause to get involved in. #ENDALZ #Walk2EndAlz #dirtycars2cleancars
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It was all hope and smiles at our Walk to End Alzheimer's "Purple Launch Party" in Medford this week. šššOur first Walks begin in September, only a month away! #ENDALZ #walk2endalz
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š£Today is a turning point in what we know about brain health. The results from the U.S. POINTER trial provide the rigorous data needed to say with confidence that healthy behaviors can meaningfully protect brain health across diverse populations in the U.S. #AAIC25
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BREAKING from #AAIC25: U.S. POINTER, a large-scale, randomized controlled clinical trial, shows a healthy lifestyle program targeting multiple risk factors can protect cognitive function in diverse populations in communities across the United States.
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From #AAIC25:. š©ŗš Taking a combo of common meds for blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes may slow cognitive decline and lead to fewer Alzheimerās-related brain changes. While future research is needed, these findings offer new promise for protecting our brains.
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šļø Oregonian Mike Hall started a 5,000 mile cross-country charity ride on the Summer Solstice. Mike honors both his late mother who battled Alzheimer's, and his sister who cared for her. He was recently in Tulsa and riding strong to #ENDALZ!
fox23.com
Over 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimerās, which is a brain disorder that impacts a person's memory. Five years ago, Mike Hallās mom, Sandi Hall passed away from the disease.
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BJās Restaurant & Brewhouse is fighting to #ENDALZ as the 7th Annual Proud Supporter of #TheLongestDay! June 20 - July 31, @bjsrestaurants guests who donate $1 or more to the Alzheimerās Association will get a coupon for a FREE PizookieĀ® on the next visit.
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Now is the time to get out, get moving and join the Alzheimerās Association Walk to End Alzheimerās. Start or join a team at We're walking in Salem, Corvallis, Medford, Vancouver, Eugene, Portland and Central Oregon. #ENDALZ #Walk2ENDALZ
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We're here! It's race day! Purple Dragons to ENDALZ are ready to show our purple at the World Beat Festival Dragon Boat Races! #ENDALZ
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Alzheimerās is not a normal part of aging. It is a fatal disease that robs us of those we love. Share the facts and join the fight to #ENDALZ.
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šš You may have heard her on OPB's Think Out Loud: Nikki Jardin, the founder and publisher of Mirador Magazine, is deeply committed to our cause. As a former family caregiver, Nikki shared her passion for reading accessibility for people living with dementia. #ENDALZ
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