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Dear Friend, For decades, the world turned to my mother for advice via her "Dear Abby" column. I never dreamed she would ever encounter a problem she couldn't solve — until she faced younger-onset Alzheimer's disease. The diagnosis was devastating and ironic. In 1980, she had published a letter about Alzheimer's disease in her newspaper column, giving international attention to a disease that was little known at the time. Then in the mid-1980s she began developing symptoms of Alzheimer's herself. I took on two of my mom's roles: Dear Abby and Alzheimer's Association Champion. Today, I regularly financially support the Alzheimer's Association and share in the common goal of eliminating this thief of the mind. I know that you share this goal too, I hope that one day I will no longer receive letters to Abby about Alzheimer's disease because we will have stopped this devastating disease together. Until then, please make your most generous gift today. |
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| Jeanne Philips a.k.a. Abigail Van Buren or "Dear Abby" |
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The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's disease®. Alzheimer's Association National Office, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601 © 2015 Alzheimer's Association. All rights reserved. 800.272.3900 | alz.org® | Donate |
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