{"id":14510,"date":"2024-06-12T14:15:09","date_gmt":"2024-06-12T14:15:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/birmingham\/?p=14510"},"modified":"2024-06-12T14:17:56","modified_gmt":"2024-06-12T14:17:56","slug":"june-is-designated-as-alzheimers-and-brain-awareness-month","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/birmingham\/resources\/june-is-designated-as-alzheimers-and-brain-awareness-month\/","title":{"rendered":"June is Designated as Alzheimer\u2019s and Brain Awareness Month"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">June is Alzheimer&#8217;s &amp; Brain Awareness Month. President Ronald Reagan initiated the observance in 1983. It is a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer&#8217;s disease and other brain health issues. Whether you are 5 or 95, there\u2019s a way to pledge your support for the nearly 47 million people who have been diagnosed. Here&#8217;s a breakdown of what it&#8217;s about:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>GOALS:<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Raise awareness: Educate the public about Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, dementia, and brain health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Promote brain health: Encourage people to adopt healthy habits that might help reduce the risk of cognitive decline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Show support: Provide support for those affected by Alzheimer&#8217;s and dementia, including patients, caregivers, and families.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ACTIVITIES:<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Learn and share: Many organizations offer educational resources about Alzheimer&#8217;s and brain health. You can participate in events or share information online.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support organizations: Donate to organizations like Alzheimer&#8217;s of Central Alabama to fund research and support programs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>SIGNIFICANCE:<\/strong><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Growing problem: Alzheimer&#8217;s disease is a major public health issue, affecting millions worldwide. There&#8217;s currently no cure but raising awareness can lead to more research and improved care.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brain health for all: June is a reminder to focus on brain health in general, not just Alzheimer&#8217;s disease. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle can benefit your cognitive function throughout your life.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On June 21, the longest day of the year and the summer solstice, thousands of people will get together to celebrate Alzheimer\u2019s and Brain Awareness Month by honoring a person they love with the disease. \u201cThe Longest Day\u201d is a sunrise to sunset event signifying the challenging journey for those with Alzheimer\u2019s and their caregivers, family members and friends. Consider hosting a fundraising event or joining an existing event on the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, give us a call at 205-874-9730 or email us at jmancuso@abc-seniors.com.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/birmingham\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/114\/2024\/06\/DaleAnderson.png\" alt=\"Dale Anderson\" class=\"wp-image-14513\" width=\"121\" height=\"121\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/birmingham\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/114\/2024\/06\/DaleAnderson.png 200w, https:\/\/alwaysbestcare.com\/birmingham\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/114\/2024\/06\/DaleAnderson-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 121px) 100vw, 121px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Written by: Dale J. Anderson | Communications Coordinator | Always Best Care Senior Services<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>June is Alzheimer&#8217;s &amp; Brain Awareness Month. President Ronald Reagan initiated the observance in 1983. It is a time to raise awareness about Alzheimer&#8217;s disease and other brain health issues. Whether you are 5 or 95, there\u2019s a way to pledge your support for the nearly 47 million people who have been diagnosed. 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