Alzheimer's is impacting millions of people across the nation.

Dear John, Alzheimer's disease is everywhere. That may sound like hyperbole, but sadly, it's not. One in 10 Americans age 65 and older is living with Alzheimer's disease. 1 in 3 seniors dies with Alzheimer's or another dementia. Alzheimer's is on the rise in every U.S. state and it's contributing to poorer health, more disability and death. That's why the Alzheimer's Association must also be everywhere — providing free 24/7 support and resources and leading the most promising dementia science worldwide. Your donation could bring us closer to our vision of a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia — will you help drive our vital work with your first gift today? The statistics — and I gave you just a few — are sobering. But what the numbers don't show is the personal impact Alzheimer's has on so many lives — quite likely, on you or someone you know. Every day, we connect with people affected by Alzheimer's, and the stories are heartbreaking: The wife who cries in the shower so her recently diagnosed husband doesn't hear her. The couple forced to stare at each other through thick glass, as the wife's assisted living facility is under COVID-19 lockdown, making it even harder to share precious moments with a loved one impacted by Alzheimer's. The daughter struggling through her mother's hallucinations and agitation. We want to be there for every person who's affected by Alzheimer's: With master's-level clinicians and specialists ready to connect families with resources, guidance and crisis assistance through our free 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900). With training resources for caregivers, so no one is forced to face Alzheimer's alone. And, of course, with our commitment to funding investigations across the spectrum of dementia science, so one day, no one will have to face Alzheimer's at all. Please help us in the fight to end Alzheimer's by making your first gift today. The more than 6 million people living with Alzheimer's and their over 11 million caregivers are counting on you. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for your generosity and compassion as we continue 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. In gratitude, Donna McCullough Chief Field and Development Officer P.S. The statistics are terrifying, but that just makes it more urgent for us to help the people those numbers represent. Please give today.

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 © 2021 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.