Alzheimer's Association West Texas Chapter - El Paso Giving Day

Alzheimer's Association West Texas Chapter

Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with dementia. In the United States alone, more than 7 million have Alzheimer’s, and over 11 million are providing unpaid care. The Association addresses this crisis by providing education and support to the millions who face dementia every day, while advancing critical research toward methods of treatment, prevention and, ultimately, a cure.

Causes: Education, Health and Mental Well-being, Senior Services

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Our vision

A world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia®.

Our mission

The Alzheimer’s Association leads the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.

Alzheimer’s Association West Texas

Currently El Paso County is listed as #10 in Alzheimer’s prevalence nationwide in persons age 65 or older. 15% of our elder population 65 years and older has been diagnosed with the disease. In Texas more than 400,000 are living with Alzheimer’s disease, and over 1,400,000 family and friends are providing unpaid care.

• 24/7 Helpline- multilingual, licensed clinicians provide guided care consultations, connections to community resources • Community Support Groups both in-person and virtual • Community awareness and education presentations • Employee lunch & learns • Caregiver educational events • Additional brain health events through the year

Our Progress

Our Goal $5,000

Total Amount Raised

$785.00

Number of Donations

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$10

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$25

Supports educational materials on Alzheimer's and other dementia

$50