Local News Highlights
The Alzheimer's Project Local Screenings
We are coordinating a number of local screenings of the powerful series, HBO: The Alzheimer's Project. Visit this calendar frequently for updates; they will be posted as details become available.
Currently, there are no screenings scheduled. Please check back for updates.
If your office, church, school or club is interested in hosting a screening, contact Lindsey at 319.294.9699 for more information. You provide the people, the place, the promotion and the snacks! We'll bring the movie of your choice (see list below) and an Alzheimer's Association staff member to answer any questions your group may have.
The Alzheimer's Project
Aiming to bring a new understanding, THE ALZHEIMER'S PROJECT features a four-part documentary series, 15 short supplemental films, a robust website and a nationwide community-based information and outreach campaign.
While there is no cure for the disease, THE ALZHEIMER'S PROJECT shows there is now genuie reason to be optimistic about the future. This multi-platform series takes a close look at groundbreaking discoveries made by the country's leading scientists, as well as the effects of this debilitating and fatal disease both on those with Alzheimer's and on their families. Scientific research is gaining momentum in discovering ways to treat and possibly prevent Alzheimer's.
- "The Memory Loss Tapes" provides an up-close and personal look at seven individuals living with Alzheimer's, each in an advancing state of dementia across the full spectrum of the progression of the disease.
- "Momentum in Science" is a two-part state-of-the-science film that takes viewers inside the laboratories and clinics of 25 leading scientists and physicians, revealing some of the most cutting-edge research advances.
- "'Grandpa, Do You Know Who I Am?' with Maria Shriver" captures what it means to be a child or grandchild of someone with Alzheimer's.
- "Caregivers" highlights the sacrifices and sucesses of people who experience their loved ones' decent into dementia.
For details about the supplementary series and to learn what you can do in the fight against Alzheimer's, visit HBO: The Alzheimer's Project or call Lindsey at 319.294.9699.
Mediacom Newsleaders
Kelly Hauer, Executive Director of the Alzheimer's Association East Central Iowa Chapter, was selected as a "Mediacom Newsleader". Check out her interview in this informational video.
Quarterly Chapter Newsletter
See what's new in Chapter happenings.
Local News
Alzheimer's Association East Central Iowa Chapter featured in local news.
National News
Alzheimer's Association featured in national news.
December 22, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Professional Training Offered
Register new employees or those in need of continuing education for this training which meets state requirements for mandatory education.
December 10, 2008
Maple Lanes in Waterloo to Donate to Alzheimer's Association
Bowl for the cause this holiday season
November 20, 2008
Alzheimer's Association DIALZ Program
December 9, 2008 - "Caregiver Stress and Nursing Home Placement"
November 19, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Offers Free Education Event
Friday, December 5th at Allen College in Waterloo, IA.
November 05, 2008
Alzheimer's Awareness Perennial Garden
Alzheimer's Association and Meredith Corporation Team Up
November 04, 2008
November is National Alzheimer's Disease and Awareness Month
Alzheimer's Association Launches Interactive Caregiver Stress Check
October 15, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Receives $1.5 Million from American Express
"Alzheimer's Disease: Early Detection Matters" selected as top campaign
October 14, 2008
Alzheimer's Association to Hold First Ever Town Hall for People with Alzheimer's
Event to take place on November 1, 2008
October 13, 2008
United States Post Office Release Alzheimer's Awareness Stamp
Stamp to raise awareness now available
October 02, 2008
Opportunity for those with Alzheimer's and dementia to speak out
Town Hall Forum which will allow those with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia to come together to talk about issues they face and how their diagnosis is affecting them.
September 30, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Offers Family Caregiver Training
FREE event to any caregivers and will teach helpful information to care for a loved one.
September 29, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk Raises $235,000
East Central Iowa Chapter celebrates
September 12, 2008
Alzheimer's Association World Alzheimer's Day
Sunday, September 21, 2008 is World Alzheimer's Day
September 08, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Northeast Iowa Memory Walk
September 08, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Cedar Valley Regional Memory Walk
September 08, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Coralville/Iowa City Regional Memory Walk
September 08, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Cedar Rapids Regional Memory Walk
August 27, 2008
Excellence in Caregiving Award Winners Announced on August 14th
Winners announced at 14th Annual Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Education Conference
August 14, 2008
Early Stage Support Group Now Offered in Johnson County
August 13, 2008
Elmcrest Country Club Tennis Pro-Am to Benefit the Alzheimer's Association
Tickets available now
August 12, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Disease and Dementia Education Conference
Interview opportunities available.
August 11, 2008
1st Annual Co-Ed Softball Tournament to benefit Alzheimer's Association
Registration now open
July 25, 2008
Alzheimer's Association to Hold Memory Walk Informational Session
August 07, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Education Conference More Important Than Ever
More than half of all nursing home residents have dementia
July 18, 2008
Alzheimer's Association at Fayette Co. Fair
Visit the Fayette County Fair to find out more about Memory Walk.
July 18, 2008
Local Event to Benefit the Alzheimer's Association
Upcoming Elmcrest Country Club event to benefit the Alzheimer's Association.
July 16, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Hosting Annual Education Conference
Annual conference in it's 14th year to take place on Thursday, August 14th.
July 11, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Seeking Volunteers for Memory Walk
Committee members needed for West Union Walk.
July 11, 2008
DIALZ Program for August
Free education opportunity about caregiver stress and nursing home placement.
June 13, 2008
Alzheimer's Association Disaster Preparedness Support Information
June 04, 2008
Golf Classic raises nearly $20,000
Results of the Alzheimer's Association's Round to Remember Golf Classic held at Beaver Hills Country Club in Cedar Falls on Monday, June 2nd
May 21, 2008
Golf Classic raises nearly $60,000
Results of the Alzheimer's Association's Round to Remember GOLF Classic held at the Cedar Rapids Country Club on Monday, May 19th
January 31, 2008
Voice the Vision Rally
January 2008 event results
January 28, 2008
New Board of Directors and Officers
Meet our 2008 elected Alzheimer's Association East Central Iowa Chapter Board of Directors and Officers
December 21, 2007
Debbie Jones elected to National Board of Directors
Alzheimer's Association East Central Iowa Chapter Board President Debbie Jones was recently elected to the National Alzheimer's Association Board of Directors.
December 03, 2007
Raising her VOICE
Anne Salamon, chapter board member and Alzheimer's advocate, raises her VOICE to President Bush.
