June 27, 2024 – Slinger, Wi – June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, offering an important reminder to prioritize brain health. Alzheimer’s and other dementia are a rapidly growing public health issue in Wisconsin and throughout the nation.
As an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer, I understand firsthand the impact this disease has on Wisconsin families. My father lost his battle with Lewy Bodies Dementia in May 2023 at the young age of 67.
It was a challenge navigating the system and finding quality care for him. Now, my hope is to make a positive change for others suffering from this horrible disease and increase the understanding, compassion, and training for caregivers.
Thankfully, since the 2018 enactment of the bipartisan Building Our Largest Dementia (BOLD) Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s Act, progress is being made in improving brain health across the life course in Wisconsin and throughout the nation.
The BOLD Infrastructure for Alzheimer’s Reauthorization Act would continue to build on this progress. Reauthorizing BOLD will ensure state, local and tribal health departments can continue to implement effective dementia interventions such as reducing risk, increasing early detection and diagnosis, and supporting the needs of caregivers.
During Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month and throughout the year, policymakers can play an important role in addressing this critical issue. Please join me and the Alzheimer’s Association in encouraging Representative Scott Fitzgerald to support the BOLD Reauthorization Act.
To learn more about Alzheimer’s disease and how you can get involved in the fight, please visit alz.org
Amanda D.
Slinger, WI
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