As many as 6 million people in America today live with Alzheimer’s disease. On the twenty-first of September, take time out of your day to honor residents and their caregivers for World Alzheimer’s Day. By getting involved, you can help spread awareness of Alzheimer’s disease as well as support people living with dementia and their caregivers. Read on to learn more about ways to raise awareness for World Alzheimer’s Day in Lehigh Acres, FL Memory Care.
Spread the Color Purple
Purple is the official color of Alzheimer’s awareness. Combining the calmness of the color blue and the passion of the color red, purple makes a bold statement about people living with Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers. It shows their unrelenting desire to find a cure for the disease and their strong perseverance and hope for everyday life.
You or your loved ones can wear the color purple, or even prepare purple food. Using purple frosting or food coloring, you can make cookies, desserts, and more. Moreover, many foods that are healthy for your brain naturally come in shades of purple. Some examples include plums, eggplants, grapes, cabbage, and elderberries.
You can pass out these foods to your coworkers, or if you or your loved ones live in a Personal Care Community, you can share them with the residents there. This can be a good opportunity to share information about Alzheimer’s disease with the people around you.
Publicize Memory Screening Events
Memory screening events help you and your loved ones understand if your memory loss is a natural part of aging or something more serious. Going for memory screening check-ups regularly can help you stay alert and updated on any changes in your psychiatric health. You can promote these events online or to your friends and family by word of mouth.
Start a Fundraiser
Starting a fundraiser for established organizations such as the Alzheimer’s Association, or for researchers studying Alzheimer’s disease, can ensure that your actions will have a far-reaching impact on the lives of many. With many states reducing the need for social distancing, you can host traditional fundraisers such as raffles, races, or tournaments to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s disease and raise money for a good cause.
Arrange For a Guest Speaker
If you want your friends and family to have a more comprehensive understanding of Alzheimer’s disease, the best people to turn to are professionals. There are many local resources that could provide speakers who are knowledgeable about Alzheimer’s disease, such as hospices, medical facilities, or non-profit organizations. Some possible topics you can learn more about include types of dementia, the latest research findings on Alzheimer’s disease, and how to communicate with someone living with Alzheimer’s disease.
At our Memory Care Community, we ensure that your loved ones live their lives to the fullest even with dementia. With our person-centered approach and program curriculum which has earned a National Certificate of Recognition from the Alzheimer’s Association, you can rest assured that your loved ones are in safe hands with us. Contact us today to find out more!
