An early and documented diagnosis, when coupled with access to care planning services, leads to better outcomes for individuals with Alzheimer's as well as their caregivers. Health care providers rely on the documentation of a diagnosis to coordinate care and address complications in the management of other chronic conditions, such as heart disease and diabetes.The latest version of the HOPE for Alzheimer's Act was recently reintroduced in the 114th Congress. This vital legislation would increase access to information on care and support for newly diagnosed individuals and their families - providing essential support for those facing this devastating, debilitating disease. It would also ensure that an Alzheimer's or dementia diagnosis is documented in the individual's medical record.
Urge your member(s) of Congress to support the HOPE Act today!
2015 Advocacy Forum
The 2015 Alzheimer's Association Advocacy Forum was a record-setting event. Advocates from across the country held more than 500 meetings with members of Congress and their staff, urging swift action in support of Alzheimer's research funding and the newly-released HOPE for Alzheimer's Act.
Thanks in part to the support that partners Anthem and Takeda provided through our sister organization, the Alzheimer's Impact Movement, we were able to expand our scholarship program, enabling a record number of individuals to attend the Forum. More than 1,000 advocates from across the United States converged on Capitol Hill to meet with members of Congress.
See highlights from this year and mark your calendar to join us in our nation's capital for the 2016 Advocacy Forum.
