Ways to Promote Brain Health
We are at a turning point in what we know about brain health — and the actions you take today can make a meaningful difference for yours. It’s never too early or too late.
Science shows that adopting healthy habits may reduce the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. Incorporate some or all of these 10 Healthy Habits for Your Brain into your life and share them with someone you know.
Live Learning Webinars
Free virtual learning programs from the Alzheimer's Association offer real-time conversation and education on a variety of topics, including brain health, dementia and caregiving. Sign up for one this June.
Register for an EventMake Your Plan for a Healthy Brain
Use our free Brain Health Habit Builder to check your current habits, like exercise, diet and sleep. Then, create a science-backed action plan to protect your brain.
Check Your HabitsThe Importance of Early Detection and Diagnosis
Early detection of Alzheimer's or another dementia offers significant benefits, including greater access to treatment options and the ability to plan for the future.
Learn About the BenefitsGo Purple to Raise Awareness
Throughout the month of June, go purple — the color of the Alzheimer’s movement — to raise awareness of the disease. Dress in purple and share your story on social media using the hashtag #ENDALZ.
#ENDALZ
Share Your Story
Use #ENDALZ and share why you raise awareness for Alzheimer’s.
Wear Purple
From June 1 to June 30, 2026, take 20% off your purchase with code ABAM2026.
Celebrity Champions Who Are Going Purple
Rita Wilson, actor
Jason Alexander, actor and comedian
Yvette Nicole Brown, actor
George Lopez, actor and comedian
Howie Mandel, actor and comedian
Get Involved
Everyone has a role to play in the fight to end Alzheimer's. Find the event, volunteering opportunity or action that works for you.
Turn your favorite brain-healthy activity into a fundraiser for Do What You Love to End ALZ™. Select an activity, pick a date and fundraise for a future without Alzheimer’s.
As an Alzheimer’s Association volunteer, you can help people in your community take steps to reduce their dementia risk and recognize the signs of Alzheimer’s.
Researchers have developed blood tests that can detect Alzheimer’s before symptoms appear. Raise your voice — tell Congress to support the ASAP Act to accelerate dementia screening.
Invest in the Future
Empower people at every age to take charge of their brain health. When you support the Alzheimer's Association, you help advance global research and provide care and support to those facing Alzheimer's.
Donate NowShare Your Story
Be part of our gallery by sharing a photo on Instagram or X using the hashtag #ENDALZ. Follow us at @alzassociation to stay tuned in to all the ways you can take action in June.
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