Sang regularly travels from Southern California to the Bay Area to help her family care for her father, Quan, who has Alzheimer’s. Inspired by his diagnosis, Sang now volunteers as an Alzheimer’s advocate for the AAPI community.

Roy's wife Tracy was experiencing cognitive decline but didn't receive a diagnosis until years after seeking help. Because of this delay Roy worries they've lost time they'll never recover.

When Jackie noticed her husband Tony’s cognitive decline, she assumed it was normal aging. Despite their daughters’ concerns, a doctor dismissed the possibility of dementia. Without a diagnosis, Jackie missed out on helpful resources and had to learn to care for Tony on her own.

When Aubrey’s mother, Edith, was diagnosed with dementia, he didn’t know much about the disease, let alone how to best care for his mother. After learning more from the Alzheimer's Association he now dedicates his time working with the African American community.

Dani Macri, a fellow for the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI), recalls his experience caring for his grandfather. This led him on a journey to raise awareness for the disease through a song he wrote with his brother.

Jennifer Harrington cared for her mother, Joan who had Alzheimer’s disease. Jennifer called the Alzheimer's Association 24/7 Helpline (800.272.3900) to ask for help. Now Jennifer volunteers to help others learn about the disease.