Tag Archives: Alzheimer’s Tennessee

Upper Cumberland representatives from Alzheimer’s Tennessee went to the capital Wednesday to request legislative support on three key bills. Plateau Regional Director Melanie Hendricks said a bill that would elevate the Tennessee Commission on Aging and Disability to the cabinet level was a priority. She said this would give advocates a seat at the table and a more powerful voice. ... Read More »

An upward trend of Alzheimer’s cases comes from more adults reaching age 65 and older. Alzheimer’s Tennessee Cumberland Offices Regional Director Lynn Drew said the trend is also influenced by a greater public awareness of the disease. “I think that there’s less of a stigma these days,” Drew said. “So just more education, people are open to talk about it, ... Read More »

Decorate your cars and join the parade to make Alzheimer’s a memory this Saturday in Algood. Alzheimers Tennessee typically hosts a walking event, but COVID made the organization rethink this year’s fundraiser. Regional Director Lynn Drew said a parade can help achieve the organization’s fund raising goal. “We are seeing a greater need for services and programs for those facing ... Read More »