Dear Friend,
Grandparents can hold a special place in our hearts. They're storytellers, caretakers and the keepers of memories that shape who we become.
That's part of what makes Alzheimer's disease so devastating. Millions of grandparents are living with this disease — one that gradually takes their memories, their independence and, ultimately, their lives. And it doesn't just affect the person who has been diagnosed. It reaches every generation in a family, including the grandchildren who love them.
We've seen this play out across too many families for too long. That's why we're committed to standing beside them and providing care and support today while advancing research toward a future without Alzheimer's.
| Kelsey knows this fight personally. She lost her grandfather to Alzheimer's when she was in junior high, as well as both of her grandmothers in later years. That's why she found her place with the Alzheimer's Association Young Champions, helping organize fundraisers that support care, research and families like hers. Her story is a reminder that this disease touches every generation — and that action, at any age, makes a difference.
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Kelsey Krause, a volunteer who lost her grandfather and both grandmothers to Alzheimer's.
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You are also a part of the fight against Alzheimer's. Thank you for your commitment as one of our most dedicated supporters.
If you or your family needs support, the Alzheimer's Association is here for you. For more resources, visit alz.org/Help-Support or call our free 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900).
Wishing you the best this Grandparents' Day and every day.
Take care,
Michael Reich
Chief Communications Officer
P.S. Your support means the world to us. Thank you in advance for fueling 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 honor a grandparent or loved one impacted by Alzheimer's by making a gift today, while it can have TWICE the impact during our World Alzheimer's Day Match?
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