Advocate! Because Some Can't

By Suzette Armijo

Have you ever wondered what the Alzheimer's Association does besides events such as the Memory Walk and having great educational material? The Alzheimer's Association, along with volunteers just like you and me, is advocating for all those who can't. As an advocate, we help legislators understand that as the growing Alzheimer population continues to strain an already fragile healthcare system, the need for adequate care, services and critical federal research funding necessary to prevent, treat and cure Alzheimer's disease is increasingly urgent.

You can become an advocate today simply by contacting your legislators from the comfort of your own home. It is much easier than you think. Through our Alzheimer's Association Chapter website, www.alz.org/dsw, we can personalize and send letters directly to our legislators.

As an advocate, you will:

= Generate action from our elected officials by making calls and writing letters or sending e-mails.

= Stay on top of policy and legislative issues through alerts and updates.

= Help elevate Alzheimer's from a disease to a cause.

To become an Advocate, click here.