About Alzheimer's impact movement
Alzheimer's Impact Movement: Making Alzheimer's and Dementia a National Priority
Alzheimer's disease is a devastating illness that affects millions of people worldwide. It is the most common form of dementia, accounting for 60-80% of all cases. The disease causes memory loss, confusion, and other cognitive impairments that can severely impact a person's quality of life. Unfortunately, there is currently no cure for Alzheimer's disease.
The Alzheimer's Impact Movement (AIM) is an organization that works in strategic partnership with its sister organization, the Alzheimer's Association, to make Alzheimer's and other dementias a national priority. AIM was founded in 2010 as an independent advocacy arm of the Alzheimer’s Association to advocate for policies at the federal level to improve care and support for those living with dementia.
AIM has been instrumental in raising awareness about the impact of Alzheimer’s on individuals and families across America. They have worked tirelessly to ensure that policymakers understand the importance of investing in research into this debilitating condition.
One way AIM has achieved this goal is by advocating for increased funding for research into dementia-related illnesses such as Alzheimer’s disease. They have also worked closely with lawmakers to develop policies aimed at improving access to care and support services for those living with these conditions.
In addition to their advocacy work, AIM also provides resources and support services directly to individuals affected by dementia-related illnesses such as caregivers or family members who are caring for someone with dementia.
AIM has made significant progress towards their goal of making Alzheimer’s and other dementias a national priority. In recent years they have successfully advocated for increased funding from Congress towards research into these conditions which will help find new treatments or even cures one day soon!
One example where AIM made significant progress was when they helped pass legislation called "BOLD Infrastructure Act" which authorized $100 million over five years (2018-2023) toward public health infrastructure related specifically toward reducing the risk of Alzheimer's and other dementias.
AIM has also been instrumental in advocating for policies that improve access to care and support services for those living with dementia-related illnesses. They have worked closely with lawmakers to develop policies aimed at improving access to care and support services for those living with these conditions.
In addition, AIM has developed a number of resources designed to help individuals affected by dementia-related illnesses. These resources include educational materials, support groups, and online forums where people can connect with others who are going through similar experiences.
Overall, the Alzheimer's Impact Movement is an organization that is making a significant impact in the fight against Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. Their advocacy work has helped raise awareness about the importance of investing in research into these conditions while also providing much-needed support services directly to individuals affected by them. With their continued efforts, we can hope for a future where Alzheimer’s disease is no longer a devastating illness affecting millions worldwide!