Alzheimer's Association
Cause Area
- Advocacy & Human Rights
- Crisis Support
- Health & Medicine
- People with Disabilities
- Seniors
Location
74020 Alessandro Dr.Suite APalm Desert, CA 92260 United StatesWebsite:
http://alz.org
Organization Information
Mission Statement
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.
Description
We provide care and support for those affected
The Association works to provide care and support for all those affected by Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. We are here to help.
- We have local chapters across the nation, providing services within each community. Find your chapter.
- Our free nationwide 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) is staffed by master’s-level clinicians and specialists, providing confidential support and information to all those affected, in over 200 languages.
- Our education programs for the general public, both online and in person, feature information on topics such as diagnosis, warning signs, communication, living with Alzheimer’s disease and caregiving.
As the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's research, the Association is committed to accelerating the global progress toward methods of treatments, preventions and ultimately, a cure.