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As we enter Spring, I am reminded of our wonderful opportunities to enjoy the beautiful and unique Arizona outdoors. In doing so, we are nurturing our connection with nature and stimulating our brain cells.
It is difficult to imagine a time when we may be unable to enjoy these precious moments, but it's not an unrealistic scenario. What if one day the person you hold so dear cannot even enjoy our beautiful outdoors? Or remember your name? Or what if that should happen to you?
Unfortunately, 11% of people over 65 have Alzheimer's. That’s over six million Americans. When I started this work over 30 years ago, hardly anyone knew the word “Alzheimer’s.” Nowadays, almost everyone has been touched by it.
For many people, it’s their parents. The backbone of their families. They unite the family and teach their love and culture. Please read this short letter from our friend, Jenny:
“Alfred, my father, was a hard-working man. It was his goal to provide for his family and come home to be a father. Therefore, it was devastating for us when he could no longer recognize the kids he once held in his arms. My father changed from a respected man to an adult child, no longer able to eat on his own.
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