There are nearly 7 million people living with Alzheimer's disease in the United States and over 11 million loved ones providing their care. This is an urgent global public health crisis. That's why I'm reaching out today in our final week of our $160,000 2X Matching Gift Challenge.
There's no cure for this devastating disease, but an emphasis on living a healthier life can help prepare those seeking the Association's help to live well and focus on what is most important to them.
One of the most important things you can do is talk about your feelings with someone you trust such as your spouse, partner, pastor or counselor. Learning to express yourself can help you cope with emotional responses and help those around you react in the most appropriate ways.
We've gathered tips from people living with Alzheimer's on how to cope with symptoms of the disease, including how best to deal with the emotional changes. Here are just a few:
If you have rapid changes in mood or a short temper, be more mindful of negative responses. Understand that your reaction is caused by the disease.
When it comes to guilt, clarify why you have this feeling. If you need other points of view, seek out your allies and bounce it off them. Then make a clear decision and move forward, whatever the plan. Guilt is often self-imposed for no logical reason.
If today is not going well, don't force it. Stop and do something you enjoy.
Your first gift today can have TWICE the impact on providing resources like these for those living with Alzheimer's and their loved ones, as well as advancing vital research and providing 24/7 care and support resources. Please join us today and make your first gift that can go twice as far.
We're so grateful for your participation in our community. We know you understand how cruel this disease is, as well as the critical nature of our work. We are working tirelessly to fulfill 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.
Thank you in advance for taking the time to add your support to this incredible matching gift challenge.
Sincerely,
Michael Reich
Chief Marketing Officer
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.
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