Dementia touches nearly every family in some way.
Alan Toliver with the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana explains why awareness and education remain important.
click to download audioToliver says many people often confuse Alzheimer’s with dementia, but the two are not the same.
click to download audioToliver says Alzheimer’s is the most common form of dementia and one of the fastest-growing health crises in the country.
click to download audioKentucky faces especially troubling numbers, with Christian County having the highest rate of dementia in the state.
click to download audioToliver says caregivers are also deeply impacted, often providing unpaid care for years.
click to download audioToliver says early detection is key and encourages people to pay attention to changes in memory and behavior.
click to download audioWhile there is no cure, the Alzheimer’s Association continues to fund research and provide support services nationwide.
click to download audioToliver also reminds families they’re not alone and points to a free resource available 24 hours a day.
click to download audioFor more information on Alzheimer’s education, support, or Walk to End Alzheimer’s events, the Alzheimer’s Association encourages the public to reach out and get involved.
