June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month


June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

June 22nd, 2017

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June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, an opportunity to learn more, take action, and spread awareness of Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Alzheimer’s is a progressive brain disease that causes problems with memory, thought process, and behavior. It is the leading cause of dementia, a general term for loss of memory and other cognitive abilities. Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of aging. People with Alzheimer’s experience issues with memory, communicating, learning, thinking, and reasoning that are severe enough to impact work, social, and family life.

There is currently no cure for Alzheimer’s, although as our insights into the disease continue to develop, there are new treatments on the horizon.

Current Statistics
  • More than 5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease, including 91,000 Minnesotans aged 65 and older.
  • Alzheimer’s is the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States.
  • Every 66 seconds, someone in the United States develops Alzheimer’s.
  • One-third of people aged 85 or older have Alzheimer’s or another dementia.
  • Approximately 200,000 Americans under the age of 65 have Alzheimer’s disease.

https://youtu.be/aLsVS0lrRD0 (video: Alzheimer’s Association 2017 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures)

Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

The Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter offers suggestions of ways to learn more get involved during Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month:

  • Spread awareness of the 10 Ways to Love Your Brain – it’s never too early or too late to develop healthy habits, and combining these habits, like regular cardiovascular exercise, a balanced, healthy diet, challenging your mind, and getting enough sleep, can help reduce risk of cognitive decline.
  • Share facts about Alzheimer’s.
  • Go Purple – wear the official color of Alzheimer’s awareness and turn your social media profiles purple as well.
  • Participate in The Longest Day event on June 21 in honor of those facing the disease. Select any activity that you love (or one loved by someone affected by Alzheimer’s), raise money to advance the cause, and share your story.
  • Attend events that raise awareness throughout the month of June.
Memory Care At Southview Senior Living

Southview Senior Living offers exclusive Memory Care apartments with full 24-hour staffing. Our trained staff members provide care and activities designed to meet the evolving needs of individuals experiencing Alzheimer’s, dementia, or other memory loss. We’re committed to providing high quality, safe, compassionate care so that our Memory Care residents live happy, healthy lives. Contact us to learn more about our Memory Care program.

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2016 Twin Cities Walk to End Alzheimer’s

September 27th, 2016

Saturday, September 17th was the 2016 Walk to End Alzheimer’s at the Target Field. Another one for the books!

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Save the Date: Saturday, Sept. 17th – Walk to End Alzheimer’s

September 8th, 2016

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Unite in a movement to reclaim the future for millions! Please join the Southview Senior Living Communities Team for the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzehimer’s®, the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease! As a team, we can advance research to treat and prevent Alzheimer’s, and provide programs and support to improve the lives of millions affected Americans. 

Please visit our Team Page to donate and/or sign up!

Our team goal is to raise $10,000, and we have already raised $7,212. Wow! Let’s see if we can reach our goal!!

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place on Saturday, September 17th at the Target Field in Minneapolis, MN. When you participate in the Walk, your fundraising dollars fuel our mission, and your participation in the event helps to change the level of Alzheimer’s awareness in our community. The inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities.

Together, we can end Alzheimer’s!

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TBT to the 2015 Twin Cities Walk to End Alzheimer’s

August 4th, 2016

Throwback Thursday to the 2015 Twin Cities Walk to End Alzheimer’s! Southview Senior Living had a great time participating last year and we are excited for the 2016 walk on September 17 at Target Field.

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is held is more than 600 communities nationwide. Over 1,500 participants are already signed up for this year’s walk in Minneapolis! Click here to support our team and help us reach our goal!

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