Preparing for the Longest Day - Alzheimer's Fundraising

 

From the Alzheimer's Association:

"The Longest Day is the day with the most light — the summer solstice....Thousands of participants from across the world come together to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an activity of their choice. Together, they use their creativity and passion to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association."

The Longest Day - Outshine the Darkness of Alzheimer's

#TheLongestDay #ENDALZ

Preparing for the Longest Day - June 21, 2023

From the Alzheimer's Association:

"The Longest Day is the day with the most light — the summer solstice. On June 21, thousands of participants from across the world come together to fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through an activity of their choice. Together, they use their creativity and passion to raise funds and awareness for the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association."

2023 The Longest Day: About The Longest Day | About The Longest Day 2023| Alzheimer's Association

Getting Ready for the Longest Day - June 21, 2022

 

From the Alzheimer's Association:

"On June 21, people from across the world will fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through a fundraising activity of their choice.

Whether you're participating at home, online or in-person, we have plenty of fun ideas to engage family and friends in The Longest Day."

The Longest Day - Help Fight Alzheimer's on June 21, 2022

June 20th -- The Longest Day -- Fighting Alzheimer's

 

From the Alzheimer's Association (ALZ.ORG):

"The Longest Day is the day with the most light — the summer solstice. On June 20, people from across the world will fight the darkness of Alzheimer's through a fundraising activity of their choice.

Whether you're participating at home, online or in-person, we have plenty of fun ideas to engage family and friends in The Longest Day."

#ENDALZ  #TheLongestDay

https://www.alz.org/#:~:text=The%20day%20with%20the%20most%20light%20is%20the%20day%20we%20fight%C2%AE

END ALZHEIMER'S June 20th #ENDALZ #TheLongestDay

From the Alzheimer's Association alz.org

"The Longest Day is the day with the most light — the summer solstice. On June 20, people from across the world will fight the darkness of Alzheimer’s through a fundraising activity of their choice."

"While participation in The Longest Day may look a little different this year due to physical distancing, we have plenty of fun ideas you can do at home to engage family, friends and coworkers."

Get Ideas for Fundraising

"The Longest Day is currently moving forward as planned. We recommend that participants continue with virtual fundraising efforts and adhere to CDC guidelines when planning in-person fundraising activities."

 For specific inquiries, please contact tld@alz.org.  

Advice for Holidays with a Loved One Who Has Dementia

The following articles may help you prepare for the holidays with dementia patients.

https://www.alzheimers.net/12-9-14-dementia-during-holidays/
Good advice, especially "redefine success."

https://blog.northbridgecos.com/2017/12/06/10-tips-caregivers-dementia-holidays
Another article with good ideas, including the possibility to keep the holiday a secret.

https://www.thememorycenter.com/handling-the-holidays-with-a-parent-who-has-dementia/
Tips to minimize stress when caring for aging parents during holidays.

http://blog.aginglifecare.org/blog/making-holidays-loved-one-dementia/
Managing anxiety during festivities.

https://alz.org/help-support/resources/holidays
From the Alzheimer's Association, a helpful list that includes explaining to guests,  before an event. what to expect.

https://www.understandtogether.ie/get-support/living-well-with-dementia/travelling-and-holidays-with-dementia/
Top 10 list of suggestions when traveling with a person who has dementia.

END ALZHEIMER'S #ENDALZ #TheLongestDay

From the Alzheimer's Association:

 "On June 21 — the summer solstice — people across the world will participate in a fundraising activity on The Longest Day. Together, the strength of our light will outshine the darkness of Alzheimer’s."

 "How to Participate

It's easy — choose an activity you like to do and turn it into a fundraiser to fight Alzheimer's! Get started in three easy steps:

1  Register

Sign up and select the fundraising activity you'd like to do.

2  Fundraise

Set up your fundraising page and add details about your activity.

3  Invite Others

Ask others to fundraise with you or simply donate to help you meet your goal.

Get Started Now

Start fundraising early and you’ll make an even greater difference! The Longest Day staff and volunteers will be there every step of the way with tools, tips and coaching. Together, the strength of our light will outshine the darkness of Alzheimer's."

 

http://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=11896&pg=entry&_ga=2.49036453.247191498.1558815121-2051955057.1558815121

 

ALZHEIMER'S: THE LONGEST DAY

 

 

The Alzheimer's Association reminds us that June 21, 2018 is the longest day of the year. It's also the day that volunteers work (and play) to raise money to help people with Alzheimer's.

Now is the time to get organized to participate.

In previous years, participants have danced, hiked, performed music, bowled, played bridge, quilted, gardened, golfed, and so much more!

More information about activities is here: http://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=10935&pg=informational&sid=24696

If you're not sure what to do, here is a form to request a coach to help you decide:

https://act.alz.org/site/SSurvey?ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS&SURVEY_ID=51334

 

Please be kind: It's not the person--it's the disease

 You can find the Alzheimer's Association definition here: http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_what_is_alzheimers.asp

Music Therapy for Dementia

My mother was suffering from dementia and was legally blind. It was difficult to think of activities for her. Then I remembered that many years earlier she was a fan of a TV program called Sing Along with Mitch, which featured the Mitch Miller Orchestra. As the lyrics scrolled across the screen the "home audience" was encouraged to sing along with the performers.

Now Mother was long past being able to watch television, but the Mitch Miller audio tapes and CDs were easily available. I bought one and played it for her. Not only did she enjoy listening to the music, but she also remembered many of the lyrics to once again "sing along."

These songs also triggered other memories and Mother began reminiscing about various people and events, something that she had not done in a very long time. It made us both happy

The Alzheimer's Association recommends using music therapy and has helpful suggestions for choosing and using music at: http://www.alz.org/care/alzheimers-dementia-music-art-therapy.asp

 

Alzheimer's Fundraising: Longest Day, June 21, 2017

From the Alzheimer's Association:

"The Longest Day is all about love. Love for all those affected by Alzheimer's disease. On the summer solstice, team up with the Alzheimer’s Association and select any activity you love — or an activity loved by those affected — to help end Alzheimer’s. Together, we will raise funds and awareness for care and support while advancing research toward the first survivor of Alzheimer’s."

More information available here: www.alz.org/thelongestday

The Longest Day - A Day of Hope

On June 21, 2015, the Longest Day of the year (the Summer Solstice), the Alzheimer's Association invites volunteers to help raise funds to find a cure for Alzheimer's.

Five million Americans and 35 million people worldwide suffer from dementia.

To learn more or join a fundraising team, please visit

http://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=6650&pg=entry

Alzheimer’s Disease More Common in Women than Men

According to the Alzheimer’s Association 1 in 6 women will develop the disease compared with only 1 in 11 men. Approximately 500,000 people die from Alzheimer's every year.

The Alzheimer's Association report is here: 

http://www.alz.org/alzheimers_disease_facts_and_figures.asp

The ABC News report is here: http://abcn.ws/1psM5yb

ALZ.ORG

How can the Alzheimer's Association (Alz.Org) help you as a caregiver?

Alzheimer’s Association’s essentiALZ™ (http://www.alz.org/essentiALZ/#jump1) --

an individual training and certification program that allows for the caregivers of dementia patients. The training is online and pricing starts at $24.95 per person.

24/7 Helpline (http://www.alz.org/we_can_help_24_7_helpline.asp) --

1.800.272.3900 is staffed by clinicians who can help with issues related to Alzheimer’s disease. Call for information about local community programs, services, and for support.

Alzheimer’s Association Virtual Green-Field Library (http://www.alz.org/library/about.asp)

Receive answers to your dementia questions, find statistics, and research related topics, by phone, email, mail, and in person.

Nationwide chapter network (http://www.alz.org/apps/findus.asp)

More than 250 chapters provide local programs and services including support groups and educational workshops. 

Inside The Brain: An Interactive Tour

Go to alz.org/alzheimers_disease_4719.asp?esrc=10242011 for a brief but comprehensive tour of the human brain provided by the Alzheimer's Association.

Sixteen illustrations show us things like tangles and the differences between healthy and unhealthy brains.

Interesting facts are sprinkled throughout the tour. How much does YOUR brain weigh?