Donate today, and your gift can have 2X the impact.

Dear Friend, Our vision is clear: a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia. We're closer than ever, but to get there we need your support. This month, we're offering an opportunity for your gift to go twice as far with a 2X Match Challenge. The Kahlert Foundation, a Maryland based family foundation, has pledged $160,000 to the Alzheimer's Association to support Alzheimer's disease research and programs and outreach initiatives at their local chapter — but only if we can raise that same amount by August 16. Thanks to their generosity, any gift you make can be matched to advance critical research efforts and help provide care and support. The stakes have never been higher, Friend, and our mission has never been clearer. You're the key to advancing our mission to lead 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. Will you join us today for this special match opportunity?

Living Well with Dementia: Art

There are many reasons for individuals living with Alzheimer's or other dementia to take up art. Tapping into their creativity can help build self-esteem, reduce stress and provide a valuable space to express themselves. It can also be a way to bond with loved ones. Follow these tips when planning an art project for people living with dementia: Keep the project on an adult level. Avoid anything that might be demeaning or seem childlike. Build conversation into the project. Provide encouragement and discuss what the person is creating. Help the person begin the activity. If the person is painting, you may need to start the brush movement. Most other projects should only require basic instruction and assistance. Use safe materials. Avoid toxic substances and sharp tools. Allow plenty of time, keeping in mind that the person doesn't have to finish the project in one sitting.

We're happy to offer this kind of educational outreach to our community. We need your support now to expand this work, as well as advance breakthrough research and provide care and support resources. Will you join us today so your first gift can have twice the impact? Thank you, Michael Reich Chief Marketing Officer P.S. This exciting $160,000 2X Matching Gift Challenge is only available for a limited time, so I hope you'll join us. Please make your first gift today to provide help and hope to those living with Alzheimer's.

Your donation will strengthen our efforts to advance Alzheimer's care, support and research. From face-to-face support to online education programs and promising global research initiatives, your gift makes a difference in the lives of all those affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias in your community and across the world. Thank you for your continued support. Alzheimer's Association Home Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2024 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. 800.272.3900 | alz.org® | Donate Please add [email protected] to your address book to ensure you receive all future emails.   Having trouble reading this email? View it in your browser   View your email preferences or unsubscribe.

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