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Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures 2013
New Statistics Illustrate Need for Action 
The recently released 2013 Alzheimer's Disease Facts and Figures reveals some troubling statistics about the rise of the Alzheimer's epidemic in the U.S. It also features a special report on the challenges faced by long-distance care partners for people living with the disease. Among the findings:
  • In 2012, 15.4 million caregivers provided an estimated 17.5 billion hours of unpaid care, a contribution to the nation valued at more than $216 billion.
  • Nearly 15% of caregivers for people with Alzheimer's or another dementia are "long-distance caregivers"-caring for people with Alzheimer's disease who live at least one hour away.
  • Alzheimer's disease remains the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S., claiming more lives than prostate cancer and breast cancer combined.

Learn more about how Alzheimer's is affecting Minnesota and North Dakota

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Tickets Still Available for The Afterthought
Beat the endless Winter by staying warm on the dance floor this Saturday night. Featuring music and entertainment by the High and Might Band, a tempting appetizer spread, and a celebratory atmosphere, it's the perfect way to kickoff Spring.

The event is open to all and hosted by the Alzheimer's Association's Young Champions, a diverse group of emerging leaders who are dedicated to changing the face of Alzheimer's and related dementias by engaging their peers and raising awareness across generations.
 

Get your tickets now, and while you're at it, take a peek at the Remembering Our Stars Online Auction, which stays open through April 18.
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Last Call To Be Part Of The Fun At Alzheimer's Association Twins Night
Time is running out to join other Association supporters as we cheer on the Twins during their battle with Seattle on Saturday, June 1.

Ticket packages include a ticket to the game, an event t-shirt and a $5 food voucher. You'll also have the opportunity to take the field for the pre-game parade. The deadline for ticket purchase is April 23 so act fast!
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President Obama Announces BRAIN Initiative

Last week, Harry Johns, president and CEO of the Alzheimer's Association, participated in an event at the White House on the Obama administration's BRAIN (Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies) Initiative.

  

A large-scale effort to map brain activity is important in advancing the understanding of complex diseases like Alzheimer's disease. The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research and looks forward to working with the Administration on this ambitious new project and continuing to work with the Administration to implement the first ever National Alzheimer's Plan.  

 

"The Alzheimer's Association applauds the president for underscoring the critical need for research to better understand the mysteries of the brain," said Johns. 

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Team Up on The Longest Day
Have you assembled your squad for The Longest Day? Whether you're running a relay at a local track, putting together a quilting marathon or salsa dancing for 16 hours, on June 21, it's about endurance, patience and fun. On The Longest Day, do something you enjoy - or try something new - to raise awareness and advance the cause. For people facing Alzheimer's disease, this challenge is every day. For you and your team, it's just one.

Register at alz.org/thelongestday or call 800.272.3900 (select Option 3).
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New Dementia Care Certificate Program

This first-of-its-kind collaboration between the Alzheimer's Association Minnesota-North Dakota and Aging Services of Minnesota is our newest certificate program to be offered.

 

Experience a comprehensive, in-depth training course delivered in twelve modules, a combination of webinar training and one-day live workshops, facilitated by nationally renowned dementia experts. In 2012, more than 547 people attended the series.

 

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There Are No Small Steps. Find A Walk Near You.
All the dates are set, and there are 15 Walks taking place across Minnesota and North Dakota this fall. Visit alz.org/walk to learn more and register today!

Bismarck: September 21

Brainerd: September 21

Dickinson: September 7

Duluth: September 28

Fargo: September 21

Grand Forks: September 14 

Mankato: September 14

Red Wing: September 21

Owatonna: October 5 - NEW!

Rochester: September 7

St. Cloud: September 28

Twin Cities: September 21

Warroad: September 14

Willmar: October 5

Winona: September 28

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Volunteer Opportunities 

The Alzheimer's Association Minnesota-North Dakota is looking for an office volunteer to assist with the Chapter's signature event, the Walk to End Alzheimer's�. This person will provide customer service and website assistance for all event participants from the 15 Minnesota and North Dakota Walks taking place throughout September and October. The schedule is flexible, three days a week, minimum of two hours per day from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., May-October 2013. This is a rewarding volunteer experience that will interact with passionate event participants dedicated to ending Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.

 

We are also looking for volunteers to assist our Information Helpline. The Helpline Resource Assistant will assemble and mail Helpline materials to constituents based on information collected by Helpline Coordinators. This position will also copy and/or print materials as needed, enter information on the computer and assist Helpline Coordinators as needed. 

 

For more information on these or other volunteer opportunities, click here or contact Robin Thorstenson at [email protected] or 952.857.0530.  

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