There are many organizations, in the United States and around the world, working to end Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The Foundation supports and/or works with many of these organizations, because we sincerely believe that "alone we can do so little, together we can do so much." However, there are a few things that separate The Foundation from many of the other organizations. Instead of focusing in one or two areas, or only providing large scale support, opportunities, and activities, we support in many different areas. Some of these areas include:
Not only does The Foundation support organizations actively seeking to find a cure for Alzheimer's disease, The Foundation supports those living with Alzheimer's disease, assisting in helping them live their best life with the disease, and we support care providers with mindfulness and meditation training, retreats, and specially designed courses.
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Currently, we know there is not a cure for Alzheimer's disease, although breakthroughs are happening every day. The Foundation supports organizations and agencies that conduct promising research in the areas: of causes of Alzheimer's Disease; brain disease and other Dementias; and, eventually a cure for this disease. We also support programs that provide information in the areas of awareness, prevention and care. You can see some of these organizations below.
Organizations and agencies cannot conduct research if they do not have participants, especially in the African American community. Alzheimer's disease affects African Americans more than any other group. However, African Americans are one of the least likely groups to participate in research or give to organizations or agencies conducting research and awareness on their behalf. It is important for this to change, if we are going to make headway in the fight against Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The Foundation supports organizations that conduct research in the area of Alzheimer's disease and brain health.
Alzheimer's is a very expensive disease! Alzheimer's disease is considered the most expensive disease in America. It is estimated that Alzheimer's disease cost $305 billion in the U.S. in 2020, which was a $28 billion increase from 2018. These costs are expected to increase to $1.1 trillion by 2050, with 88 million Alzheimer's patients. This data is from the Alzheimer's Association, but does not include an estimated value of $244 billion for 18.6 billion hours of unpaid care and financial support, provided by 16 million unpaid American Caregivers.
Dr. Lori and Dr. Powe loaded up the trucks to deliver water, Gatorade, snacks, fruit, fresh vegetables and more in Southwest Atlanta, prior to the shelter in place order.
The Foundation retained the skills of South Fulton seamstress Ethelyn to create three-ply face masks, in various hues and designs of purple. We also purchased many more facemasks. The Foundation gave away more than 500 masks in Atlanta and Columbus, Georgia.
Atlanta City Councilmember Marci Overstreet picking up gift bags and boxes, as well as face masks, like the one Dr. Lori is wearing, for residents at QLS senior living facility.
Atlanta City Council Member Marci Overstreet holding her specially designed Pampering Box! Surprise!
The Foundation partnered with Paul Vaughn, immediate past President of the 100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta, to provide lunch and face masks to the staff at Arbor Terrace.
The Foundation partnered with the 100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta to assist with COVID-19 testing in East Point, Georgia.
Dr. Lori and the Mayor of East Point - Deana Holiday Ingraham
The Foundation partnered with the 100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta to assist with COVID-19 testing at Jackson Memorial Baptist Church, in Atlanta.
The lines were long waiting for COVID-19 and antibody testing, at Jackson Memorial Baptist Church in Atlanta. The Foundation assisted with testing and passed out face masks.
President Paul Vaughn, of the 100 Black Men of South Metro Atlanta, partnered with The Foundation to assist with COVID-19 testing and face masks distribution.
CDC Coronavirus guidelines distributed by The Foundation.
Mindful Caring is the entity of The Foundation that provides support for Caregivers of persons with Alzheimer's and Dementia related diseases. Some of the activities of Mindful Caring include; continuing education and training, conferences, retreats, Pampering Boxes, Dental Day, respite care, resources and more.
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Mindful Caring Pampering Boxes are boxes developed for persons with Alzheimer's dementia and other brain diseases, their Caregivers, and anyone who wants to care for themselves just a little bit better. These wonderful Boxes contain carefully sourced products, containing pure ingredients and superior quality items that encourage you to take care of your loved ones and yourself, while providing comfort and calm. You may request your Mindful Caring Pampering Box through the website or by attending a Mindful Caring or Foundation Event, or by giving us a call.
Join us for Conversations from The Purple Chair talk show, hosted by Dr. Lori, as she interviews interesting, insightful, well known, and knowledgable guests. Learn about resources in your area, how to care for loved ones, policies, research and current studies and data, ways to become involved, area resources and much more, during these impactful and casual conversations. Stay tuned for the debut of:
Conversations from The Purple Chair Talk Show, hosted by Dr. Lori, August 2021
Join Dr. Lori every morning for The Purple Focus Podcast beginning September 1, 2021. She will share special themes, information, meditation and topics of interest to anyone who needs to start their day feeling rejuvenated, empowered and ready to tackle all that it will bring.
The Foundation raised more than $5,000 for The Alzheimer's Foundation. Help us raise $25,000 for the 2020 Walk to End Alzheimer's on September 26, 2020. Look for more information in the near future.
Although in January 2018, Congress requested a study of nursing homes and assisted living facilities to determine if oversight is required, and the results and answer was a resounding "yes," no action has been taken as of this writing. Language in the Bill that Dr. Lori has presented to two Congressmen, mimic the Language in the study presented to Congress in 2018. We will continue to pursue making sure that this Bill is reviewed and presented, until there is a response, and the Bill is brought to the floor of Congress.
Citizens of the United States need to understand that many residents of Assisted Living Facilities are nutritionally underfed, not given proper medical care, in a timely manner, incidents not documented or reported, often hospitalized for dehydration, and unfortunately and documented killed. However, since there is not federal oversight, although trillions of dollars are spent on Medicaid and Medicare for ALFs, states are left to set there all rules and regulations, which are few, lacking, and uncaring.
Please check back for a petition for Congress to provide oversight of Assisted Living Facilities. The Bill is currently named: The James M. Dixon Assisted Living Services Federal Oversight of Beneficiary Health and Welfare Act of 2019. Thank you in advance for your support of this Bill.
Update:
The Bill was reviewed by the Alzheimer's Association and determined that it is a viable piece of legislation and we should continue to push for consideration. Currently, it is in Congressman Sanford Bishop's office. We are very hopeful that movement on the Bill will take place during the 2021 legislative session. We are in the process of completing a letter writing campaign to several congressional leaders.
The James M. Dixon Assisted Living Services Federal Oversight of Beneficiary Health and Welfare Act of 2019
The Foundation was established to support Caregivers and the service they provide to persons living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Some activities and services that are taking place or planned for the near future are below. Many of our activities, such as the Caregivers Retreat, will take place annually.
Part of the proceeds from the annual fundraiser support the efforts of Dr. Monica Parker at Emory University. Our original goal was to fund a Neurology Chair, in order to provide more services to African Americans living with Alzheimer's disease, when they seek services from Emory. With support from the community, we know we will be able to provide more support for awareness, prevention, and services to populations that are affected more often by Alzheimer's disease and unfortunately served less often. We will continue to follow the very capable guidance of Dr. Parker in this area.
We will sponsor two student scholarships each year, at Morehouse School of Medicine, in honor of James M. Dixon, Sr. One scholarship will be for a student with a desire to practice in the area of geriatric medicine or aging. A second scholarship will be for a student with a desire to specialize in neurology.
We are committed to providing scholarships, retreats, training, and other assistance to Caregivers. We are excited to begin our support at Arbor Terrace at Cascade.
We also support family members who are Caregivers of loved ones living with Alzheimer's and other Dementia diseases.
Faith Village Connections is working to spread dementia awareness. We work with partners to develop dementia-friendly faith villages to support families caring for persons living with dementia.
The Foundation has partnered with Faith Villages on several activities and will continues building this partnership in the future.
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