More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease – a leading cause of death in the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
In North Carolina alone, there are more than 180,000 people living with the disease and 358,000 caregivers. Check out the many WALKS in North Carolina at the Alzheimer’s Association, Western North Carolina Chapter: www.alz.org/northcarolina or call the 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900 if you’re interested in keeping up and for support.