Welcome Readers!
In the beginning of the New Year, President Obama signed the National Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) into law. NAPA creates for the first time a coordinated national strategy to confront one of America’s most feared and costly diseases, a disease that will plague even more baby boomers as they age. New Jersey must act now to get aligned with our new federal policy!
The New Jersey Alzheimer’s Disease Study Commission will provide an overview and framework of the impact of Alzheimer's disease in New Jersey; analyze all areas affected by Alzheimer's issues; identify existing services and service gaps; and propose legislation to help our legislators understand how the state can provide enhanced service to people living with Alzheimer’s disease and their families.
Right now, this legislation has been approved and passed through the State Senate. The next steps are to have this bill heard in the Assembly Health & Senior Services committee and voted on by full Assembly.
Please contact your legislator and ask him/her to add their support to this bill. Click here to find your legislator and take action! Inform public officials that Alzheimer’s disease affects loved ones, friends and neighbors. It places an enormous burden on family caregivers who must endure prolonged physical, emotional, and financial stress. Urge them to review this bill and commit to supporting this legislation. The bill numbers for this legislation are: (S125/A322).
Become an Advocate!
An advocate is someone who takes a political action in support of our cause. Anyone can become an advocate. You don’t have to be an expert in government affairs, just have the desire to share your story and have your voice heard by your elected officials. If you would like to become an advocate, please email advocacy@alznj.org.
Upcoming Events
Alzheimer's Association, Greater New Jersey Chapter: Annual Education and Research Conference
The 2011 Education and Research Conference: New Directions in Research and Care is one of the largest professional conferences in the tri-state area with a dedicated focus on the care and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders. It is scheduled for Friday, April 8 at The Palace at Somerset Park in Somerset.
The conference is designed to provide healthcare professionals with the latest information on dementia research and care, the opportunity to earn continuing education credits and network with more than 700 professionals who regularly attend this full-day of specialized presentations and workshops. The workshops are focused on dementia care practices that build capacity and enhance the care that healthcare professionals provide.
If you would like more information about attending, exhibiting or becoming a volunteer, please call 609.275.1180 or email volunteers@alznj.org.
Under the Boardwalk...Music. Memories. Magic. - A benefit for Alzheimer's - April 15, 2011
Join us on Friday, April 15, 2011 for an unforgettable evening of music, memories and magic at the historic Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel in Asbury Park. Under the Boardwalk will raise funds and awareness for the fight against Alzheimer’s disease, and also celebrate the Jersey Shore and the history of Asbury Park.
The evening will feature dancing to the music of The Infernos Band, Jersey Shore-themed entertainment and memorabilia, and a silent auction. For information about sponsorship and advertising opportunities or reservations, please call 732.832.7818 or email development@alznj.org.
Alzheimer’s Association Advocacy Forum
The Alzheimer’s Association Advocacy Forum will be held on May 15-17 at the Omi Shoreham Hotel in Washington, DC. The forum is a chance for advocates to become educated about the issues, learn new skills, network with fellow advocates and take our message directly to members of Congress to fight for our legislative agenda.
For more information, please email advocacy@alznj.org.
