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Welcome!
Welcome to the e-news for the Alzheimer's Association, Southeastern Wisconsin chapter. In this update, you will find useful information on events, programs and research. We hope you will enjoy this issue!
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In the News
Get the latest news on Alzheimer's care, support, and research here:
Grasping for Any Way to Prevent Alzheimer's (New York Times) - In a new study, researchers use a mathematical model to surmise that certain behaviors and conditions, all of which can be modified, are responsible for half of the roughly 5.3 million Alzheimer's cases in the United States.
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 Alzheimer's Association International Conference Fuels Research Progress
The Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC) drew a record number of people to Paris, France to share the latest ideas, thoughts and theories. New studies captured global media attention as the world's leading experts explored innovative ways to further Alzheimer's research. Numerous presentations were made by researchers from around the world. A detailed recap of the conference, including information on the 2012 AAIC, can be found here.
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Personal Assistance on the 24/7 Helpline
The Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline - 800-272-3900 - is available all day, every day for questions or concerns about caregiving, programs, resources, support groups and general inormation. No question is too big or too small. If you are an individual with dementia and have a question, call us. If you a family or professional caregiver and have a question, call us. We are here for you, day and night. Helpline questions can also be sent via email to contact-sewi@alz.org.
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Walk to End Alzheimer's - Coming Up! 
Join us! Register for the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's™ and unite in a movement. Since 1989, we've mobilized millions of Americans to walk together for a common cause. Now, we ask you to register for Walk to End Alzheimer's, the nation's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research. To register online today, click here.
For tools to help team captains and participants, please click here.
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Events Around Town
Do you want to support the Alzheimer's Association AND have fun at the same time? Attend one of the upcoming events being hosted by members of the community who share your desire to see a world without Alzheimer's. There are golf outings, barbecues, auctions...you name it! Click here and scroll down to "Third Party Events" for information.
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Career Opportunities
There are currently two open positions at our chapter, Communications and Marketing Manager and Special Events Support Staff (temporary). For details, please click here.
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Education, Programs, and Support
We are offering numerous education programs, conferences and support groups for caregivers in the next months. To view our education calendar which features a complete listing of the programs offered in your community, click here. For a listing of caregiver support groups, click here.
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Social Networking Aids Awareness Tell your friends on social networks that you're part of the fight to end Alzheimer's. Go ahead and "Like" the Alzheimer's Association, Southeastern Wisconsin chapter on Facebook or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter. With your help, we can increase awareness about Alzheimer's disease. Click the icons below to start!
  
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Alzheimer's Association | Southeastern Wisconsin Chapter | 24/7 Helpline 800.272.3900 | www.alz.org/sewi
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