Querida familia y amigos,

This year I have a renewed level of excitement about our fight against Alzheimer’s and other dementias.  This is all about the breakthroughs in treating Alzheimer’s and other dementias. These are not cures but treatments that slow the progression and help minimize the impact of the symptoms.  This shows that we’re heading in the right direction, and we are not slowing down.  

I am asking for your support in the fight against Alzheimer’s and other Dementias.  Dementias are diseases of the brain which ravish the body over time. This year I lost my friend Charlie who passed away from Parkinson’s Disease, another form of dementia.  Charlie and I were work colleagues for many years and we became friends outside of work for many more years, brought together by our love of food, exploring new restaurants and our work experience.  Charlie was diagnosed over 20 years ago and by that time he had no close family in the area. I watched his health and spirit decline as he eventually moved into a nursing facility. When Charlie passed earlier this year he took a piece of my heart with him.  I reiterate that no one should die alone and especially with dementia. Please continue to support Alzheimer’s research so no one has too.

As I Walk to End Alzheimer’s this year, I will be thinking of my parents who both ended their life journey with Alzheimer’s, my friend Charlie and the many others I have encountered who dealing with dementia. This includes all the families and care partners who often provide exhausting unpaid support. The recently announce treatments are putting a pep in my step, prompting me to sign up for a clinical trial committed to defeating Alzheimer’s.  You can participate in this battle and my journey, by joining my walk team, TeamMOBC in Rochester, NY or a walk in your area. You can also donate to my TeamMOBC by following the links at the top of this page. 

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¡Gracias por su apoyo!

Lois Williams-Norman, capitana del equipo Equipo MOBC*