The Alzheimer’s Association has issued the following media release: Milwaukee, WI – January 27 2009 – The Alzheimer’s Association will hold its Annual Mardi Gras Benefit Dinner and Auction on “Fat Tuesday,” February 24, 2009, at the Milwaukee County Zoo, Peck Welcome Center. Proceeds from the dinner and auction will support the extensive programs and…

Here’s a calendar reminder press release from the Alzheimer’s Association: Alzheimer’s Association Offers Support Groups in Walworth County The Alzheimer’s Association offers more than 60 support groups across the 11-county region of southeastern Wisconsin. Led by trained facilitators, support groups provide a place where family members, care partners, and persons in the early stages of…

I received the following press release from the Alzheimer’s Association — no better post to begin a new year than a charitable one — Dementia Basics Workshop Offered at Lincoln Lutheran Milwaukee, WI – January 2, 2009 – The Alzheimer’s Association is offering a two-part “Dementia Basics” workshop on Thursday, January 22nd and Thursday, January…

I received this press release from the Alzheimer’s Association that I am happy to post – Coffee, Cookies and Conversation — Open Forum on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia The Alzheimer’s Association is hosting “Coffee, Cookies and Conversation” for community members who wish to learn more about Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia on Wednesday,…

I received this press release from the Alzheimer’s Association that I am happy to post – Family Caregiver Conference Planned for Whitewater — Sessions to Offer Resources and Knowledge to Empower Family Caregivers The Alzheimer’s Association is offering a Family Caregiver Conference on Friday, December 5, 2008, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the…

Here’s an inspiring photo of Whitewater, Wisconsin 2008 American Cancer Society Relay for Life survivors’ group, before the survivors’ lap.

I received a press release from the Alzheimer’s Association, offering a training on August 14th and 21st. Here is the full text of their press release: The Alzheimer’s Association will present its innovative two-day Dementia Specialist Training course on Thursday, August 14th and August 21st at the Country Inn and Suites, 2921 O’Leary Lane, East…

I received a letter from the Relay for Life Team sponsored by Pete’s Tire Service. The relay team wanted to thank those who made their Brat & Burger fry a success. They had their best turnout this year. I am happy to post the letter, all the while remembering the volunteers on the team deserve…

I received a press release from the Alzheimer’s Association that I am happy to post – The Alzheimer’s Association is offering an open forum-style educational program on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias on Thursday, August 28, from 4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Kenosha Public Library, North Branch, 1500 27th Avenue, Kenosha. The open…

I received an announcement in support of a Relay for Life team that I am happy to post. The Relay for Life team sponsored by Pete’s Tire Service of Whitewater will host their annual Brat and Burger Fry with the proceeds to go to Whitewater’s Relay for Life. The Brat and Burger Fry will take…

I received the following press release Alzheimer’s Association. It’s my pleasure to post it. Milwaukee, WI – June 24, 2008 – The 2nd annual Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk® for Walworth County will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2008 at Library Park in Lake Geneva. The 3-mile walk promises fun for all ages while raising…

I received the following press release and photo from the Alzheimer’s Association: Milwaukee, WI – May 23, 2008 – The Alzheimer’s Association recently donated numerous books on Alzheimer’s disease to public libraries in Walworth County. This effort, which included books for children and adults, was geared toward an ongoing public awareness initiative to provide education…

Here is a press release from the Alzheimer’s Association announcing a fine program in Fort Atkinson in mid-May: The Alzheimer’s Association will present a community program entitled “Nourish Your Noggin” on Monday, May 19, 2008 from 10:00 -11:00 a.m. at the Fort Atkinson Senior Center, 307 Robert Street in Fort Atkinson. The focus of the…

Charity, mercy, and loving kindness will always mean more than politics or policy. In Jefferson County, the Alzheimer’s Association donated books to help an understanding of the disease. Here is a photo from the donation, and the press release detailing the Association’s efforts immediately follows. (Jennifer Sterling of the Alzheimer’s Association and Amy Lutzke, Reference…