$16,272 raised by 79 donors
65% complete
$25,000 Goal
The number of Americans living with Alzheimer's is growing - and growing fast. More than 7 million Americans of all ages have Alzheimer's. Eighty percent are age 75 or older. One in 10 people age 65 and older (10%) has Alzheimer's dementia. Almost two-thirds of Americans with Alzheimer's are women. Older African-Americans are about twice as likely to have Alzheimer's or other dementias as older whites. Hispanics are about one and one-half times as likely to have Alzheimer's or other dementias as older whites.
As the number of older Americans grows rapidly, so too will the number of new and existing cases of Alzheimer's. By 2050, the number of people age 65 and older with Alzheimer's dementia may grow to a projected 13.8 million, barring the development of medical breakthroughs to prevent, slow or cure Alzheimer's disease.
WE ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT LOCAL CARE & SUPPORT
For more than 30 years, the Alzheimer's Association has been and continues to be the only statewide non-profit Alzheimer's organization in Texas. Through a network of staff and volunteers across the state we provide care, support services and education programs directly to the local community.
WE ARE A CATALYST IN RESEARCH
We have invested over $490 million in more than 1,220 current scientific investigations worldwide, including well over $14 million to Texas researchers.
WE ARE UNRELENTING THROUGH OUR ADVOCACY
We are unrelentingly advocating for public policies that increase critical research funding and support all those affected. Help persuade policymakers to make Alzheimer's a national priority.
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research.
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 isn't stopping -- neither are we. The Alzheimer's Association has many ways to get involved.
Participate in an event, volunteer, help advance research through clinical trials, or use your voice to advocate for change.
At the Alzheimer's Association, we believe that diverse perspectives are critical to achieving health equity — meaning that all communities have a fair and just opportunity for early diagnosis and access to risk reduction and quality care. The Association is committed to engaging underrepresented and underserved communities and responding with resources and education to address the disproportionate impact of Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
View our current participation opportunities.
Volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association
Ongoing
Fort Worth, TX
Organization name
Alzheimer's Association - North Central Texas Chapter
Causes
Seniors
Operating Budget
$1,000,000 - $2,999,999
Counties Served
Erath, Hood, Johnson, Montague, Palo Pinto, Parker, Somervell, Tarrant, Wise
BIPOC Leadership
Neither/None
Address
2630 West Freeway, Suite 100