Stories like Don and Loretta inspire us

11/09/2020
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

We’re here to help in these challenging times. Over 2020 our state, nation and world have suffered. It has beena time of challenge that we have not experienced before. In the last eight months, the difficulties and needs that our caregivers and people with memory loss are experiencing grow exponentially. […]

Wish List for Seniors to Enhance Their Brain Health

11/06/2020
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ADAW Memory Cafe, Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

Wish List for Seniors to Enhance their Brain Health is an opportunity to unite as a community and support seniors managing Alzheimer’s and other dementias. It is important for us to be aware that there are many homebound seniors on a fixed income with expenses going towards the basics, medical […]

Paul Rusk, Executive Director for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of WI from 1998 to 2018 has Passed.

10/13/2020
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Paul Rusk, Dane County supervisor and former long-time Executive Director of the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin (ADAW) from 1998 to 2018. The ADAW and Wisconsin residents with dementia and their caregivers will forever be grateful for his passion and commitment […]

THANK YOU FOR WALKING WITH US

10/05/2020
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The overwhelming show of support for the 2020 virtual Alzheimer’s Walk has given everyone at the ADAW a tremendous boost. Back in June, the ADAW decided to change all the walks to virtual due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This is something we’ve never done in the 22 years of having […]

ADAW Announces AlzWalk Honorary Chairs for 2020

09/03/2020
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ADAW In The News, Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

The 22nd Annual Dane County Alzheimer’s Walk is honored to have Joe McNally as their Honorary Chairperson. “Jill likes to get outside for her walks every day,” Joe McNally says of his wife of 44 years. “She’s in good physical shape and enjoys the outdoors.” Walking is an activity this […]

Change Happens When Inspired People Take Action

06/12/2020
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Dear Friends, Change happens when inspired people take action. It is clear that the time for change is upon us. People in our communities, our state and nation are no longer willing to tolerate the racism that unfortunately permeates our society. We are among them. The Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance […]

Together We Can Make a Difference

04/30/2020
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ADAW Meet the Team, Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin, COVID-19

Everyone here at the Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin want to extend our sincere thanks for the ongoing support you have for our agency. We have been working hard to adjust to the circumstances we are all living through right now, so that we can be there to continue […]

UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE, DEMENTIA, AND MEMORY LOSS WORKSHOP

01/21/2020
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Join us to learn about respite care, risk factors and leadership.See presenter details in this brochure..Thursday, March 12, 20208:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Southwest Technical CollegeFred Lenz Conference Center1800 Bronson Blvd.Fennimore, Wisconsin Registration fee: $25.00(includes breakfast & lunch; no refunds)Pre-registration required. No walk-ins. Send paper registration form and mail check to:Aging & Disability […]

Open Letter from a Caregiver: The Scheuerell Family Christmas Letter

12/09/2019
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ADAW Caregiver Tips, Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin, Alzheimer's Wisconsin, Dementia Wisconsin

Recently, Kent shared his 2019 family Christmas letter with ADAW staff. We were moved by his words; in fact, we asked for Kent's permission to share his letter.

Westfield Memory Cafe Participants Decorate Cookies and Reminisce

12/04/2019
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ADAW Events, ADAW In The News, ADAW Memory Cafe, Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin, Alzheimer's Disease, Alzheimer's Wisconsin, Dementia Wisconsin

Westfield Memory Café participants enjoyed the morning decorating cookies—reminiscing about their most memorable Christmas while listening to festive holiday music. On behalf of Dementia Outreach Specialist Kristine Biesenthal, thank you to Brooke & Dawn from Our House Senior Living in Portage for donating the 225 cutout cookies for today’s event! […]

Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

Stories like Don and Loretta inspire us

Wish List for Seniors to Enhance Their Brain Health

Paul Rusk, Executive Director for Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of WI from 1998 to 2018 has Passed.

THANK YOU FOR WALKING WITH US

ADAW Announces AlzWalk Honorary Chairs for 2020

Change Happens When Inspired People Take Action

Together We Can Make a Difference

UNDERSTANDING ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE, DEMENTIA, AND MEMORY LOSS WORKSHOP

Open Letter from a Caregiver: The Scheuerell Family Christmas Letter

Westfield Memory Cafe Participants Decorate Cookies and Reminisce

Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin

Upcoming Events

Online: Rock County Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Online-ADULT CHILD CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP

ONLINE: Dane County Caregiver Support Group

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