Wishing you a healthy, happy holiday from our family to yours.

Dear John, While we celebrate the holiday season this year, many of us can't help but notice that many of our celebrations look a little different as we adjust to the COVID-19 pandemic. But whatever your holiday season looks like, I hope it's filled with joy and hope. And on behalf of myself, the entire Alzheimer's Association community, the more than 5 million people living with Alzheimer's disease in the United States and their 16 million caregivers — we wish you a happy holiday season and a hope-filled New Year. While this time of year can be the happiest, it can also be painful for those who are missing their loved ones. The holidays, especially this year, can be stressful for some members of our community — coordinating family plans while caring for someone with Alzheimer's; family members unexpectedly recognizing signs of dementia; and dealing with the challenges of living with Alzheimer's during this whirlwind season. All of these and more make up the varied and unique reasons this is one of the busiest times of the year for our free 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900). But please know we're here for you. If you need support, information or guidance, don't hesitate to call to speak with one of our master's-level clinicians who staff our Helpline every hour of every day. You and your generosity make it possible for us to be here — and I'm truly grateful. Best wishes and happy holidays. Sincerely, Donna McCullough Chief Field and Development Officer P.S. Until December 31, you can still take advantage of our $100,000 Triple Holiday Match Challenge and your gift can make 3X the impact in providing Alzheimer's care and support and accelerating vital research — thanks to the Pelletier Family Foundation who has pledged to support the New Imaging Dementia-Evidence for Amyloid Scanning (IDEAS) Study to advance critical research.

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