The document is an email newsletter from the Alzheimer's Association about their efforts to raise awareness and support research for Alzheimer's disease. It discusses Maria Shriver launching a campaign called the Wipe Out Alzheimer's Challenge to mobilize women to support Alzheimer's research. It also summarizes local stories in Dayton about families impacted by early-onset Alzheimer's and a former nurse who was diagnosed at 46 using her experience to advocate for others with the disease. Finally, it advertises upcoming local educational events and thanks supporters for their donations.

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HOLLINGSWORTH, HOLLY
Subject: Join the movement to Wipe Out Alzheimer's
From: Alzheimer's Association <alzheimers_enews@alz.org>
Date: Wed, Mar 11, 2015 at 12:08 PM
Subject: Join the movement to Wipe Out Alzheimer's
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Join the movement to Wipe Out Alzheimer's
Every 67 seconds, a brain develops Alzheimer's, and two
thirds of them belong to women. In support of women's
brains everywhere, Maria Shriver today announced her Wipe
Out Alzheimer’s Challenge, a campaign to mobilize a
movement of women to get educated, get engaged, get
empowered and wipe out Alzheimer’s. In partnership with A
Woman’s Nation, the Alzheimer’s Association and a global
community of empowered women, the challenge will enlist women to take “The Pledge”
to help raise funds to research women’s brains and challenge other organizations to
make women’s brain research a priority.
Local families highlighted in Dayton Daily
News
Last week, the Dayton Daily News published an article
detailing the many lives affected by younger-onset
Alzheimer’s disease in the Miami Valley. In the article, Lisa
Begley talks about her husband’s diagnosis, the Levy family
remembers Janet Levy, and Director of Programs Laurel Kerr
discusses the impact of a diagnosis of younger-onset
Alzheimer’s disease. Thank you to the many brave families in our community who
continue to fight for this cause.

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Former nurse uses Alzheimer’s diagnosis to help others
Like the character Oscar-winner Julianne Moore plays in the film "Still
Alice," Sandy Oltz was diagnosed at an early age with Alzheimer's
disease — less than five years ago, at 46. She has learned that
there’s life after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis and uses her experience to
advocate on behalf of people with the disease. Oltz also advised
Moore on the actress’ portrayal of a woman living with younger-onset
Alzheimer’s.
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Making the most of what works
Learn ways to improve the quality of life for all those affected by
dementia. Audience members will gain a better understanding of
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, as well as learn techniques to
better engage those living with the disease. This specialized training
for both professionals and family caregivers will be held on March 19
from 6 - 7:30 p.m. Cost is $25 per person.
Spouse loses anger when supporting husband with Alzheimer’s
disease
Greg and Mary Catherine O'Brien will celebrate their 38th wedding
anniversary next month. She knows him better than anyone, and as
Greg’s Alzheimer’s symptoms worsen, Mary Catherine reflects on how
the disease is changing their marriage.
Local advocacy efforts kick off with legislative breakfast
Last week, chapter advocates, board members, donors, and staff were
able to share their personal perspectives on the impact of Alzheimer’s
on families and the community with state legislators. Many thanks to
all who attended, specifically Representatives Bob Hackett and Niraj
Antani. Special thanks to sponsor AT&T. For more photos click below.

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