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NARFE July If you haven't had the chance to register for the national NARFE Walk to End Alzheimer's® team, you still have time! This inspiring event welcomes people of all ages and abilities to join in the fight and raise funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This is a great opportunity to connect with NARFE members in your area who share your commitment to the cause. We're so thankful to NARFE and its members for our partnership. Together, we can end Alzheimer's disease.

Genetic discovery may shed light on women and Alzheimer's In study results published in Alzheimer's & Dementia®: The Journal of the Alzheimer's Association, researchers identified a gene that may increase Alzheimer's risk in women, providing a potential clue as to why more women than men are diagnosed with the disease. The gene, MGMT, plays a role in how the body repairs DNA damage in men and women, but the researchers didn't find an association between MGMT and Alzheimer's in men. Learn more.

Take precautions and make adjustments to live independently Many people living with Alzheimer's continue to reside on their own during the early stage of the disease. Making simple adjustments, taking safety precautions and having the support of others are a few ways to maintain your independence. Learn more.

Late stage of Alzheimer's can last from several weeks to several years As Alzheimer's advances, intensive, around-the-clock care is usually required, and the needs of the person living with the disease will change. During the late stage, a caregiver's role will focus on preserving quality of life and dignity. Learn more.

Alzheimer's may gradually diminish a person's ability to communicate Communication with a person living with Alzheimer's or another dementia requires patience, understanding and good listening skills. We have strategies that can help caregivers and the person living with Alzheimer's better understand each other. Learn more.

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