DES MOINES, IA (June 30, 2025) — The Alzheimer’s Association Iowa Chapter is hosting a virtual education series in July for Veterans and their families, although many of the topics are relevant to anyone facing Alzheimer’s disease and all are welcome to attend. The Valuable Expert Training Series (V.E.T.S.) will be held via Zoom each Tuesday in July, 12–1PM.

DES MOINES, IOWA (May 1, 2025) — As the number of Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease tops more than 7 million for the first time, nearly four in five Americans would want to know if they had Alzheimer’s disease before it impacted their lives. They also want treatment, even if it comes with risks, as long as it slows the progression of the disease.

WEST DES MOINES, IOWA (April 3, 2025) — As Tax Day nears, the Alzheimer’s Association is encouraging families and individuals across the country to take a closer look at their finances. One in nine Americans aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s disease — that’s nearly seven million Americans across the country and over 62,000 here in Iowa.

DES MOINES, IOWA (January 23, 2025) — On Monday, February 3, Alzheimer’s Association advocates from across the state will gather at the Iowa State Capitol to ask their state legislators to support funding the Dementia Service Specialist program that will improve access to care and support services for families facing Alzheimer’s and dementia in all Iowa communities. A press conference will be held in the rotunda at the Capitol at 1PM, followed by legislator meetings.