Alzheimer's Association San Diego/Imperial Chapter

Thank you so much to Alzheimer’s Association Board Chair Ron Lewis for hosting such a fun and successful Do What You Love fundraiser at Mira Mesa Lanes this weekend. Lots of bowling, friendly competition plus raising funds and awareness to support an important cause! Go Team Brenda! Thanks to everyone that came out to support. 💜🤩🎳

June is Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month! 💜

All month long, the Alzheimer’s Association is calling on people across San Diego and Imperial County to take charge of their brain health and learn how healthy habits and early detection can make a meaningful difference. Join us for any or all of our events during the month of June! It's never too early or too late to take charge of your brain health. Join us in the fight against Alzheimer's today.

Thank you to Mission Fed Credit Union for supporting Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month and our local programming throughout the month of June.

What a fun and successful evening at Gamble for the Cure! 🎲♠️

Guests got a masterclass in craps and blackjack from retired Las Vegas dealer Peggy Schneider. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the fight against Alzheimer’s!

A huge thank you to Mr. Boochart’s Kombucha for hosting us, an extra special thank you to Deb Zimmer for organizing another amazing Do What You Love to End ALZ event, and thank you to Peggy for sharing her expertise and helping make the night so memorable!

Earn 2 Padres Tickets for Alzheimer’s Awareness Night – September 8

Ready to earn your way to the ballpark? Follow these simple steps:

Step 1: Register
Sign up for a San Diego Chapter Walk (San Diego, North County, or Imperial County):
bit.ly/walks2026
Already registered? Move on to Step 2.

Step 2: Raise $200
Raise $200 on your personal Walk page between May 13 and June 30 (extended).
Only funds raised during this timeframe count toward the challenge.

Step 3: Confirm Your Tickets
Watch your email in mid to late July to confirm your tickets. You must respond to that email to reserve them.

Important Details:
Tickets will be sent via email closer to game day and include a Padres hat, available for pickup at the ballpark.
Make an impact and celebrate with us at the game.

Get ready to kick off an incredible Walk season with us!

June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month (ABAM), and with just five months until the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, now is the perfect time to take action and make the impact you want to see in the future of Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Your leadership helps raise critical funds and awareness that drive progress forward.

Join fellow Team Captains for a fun and inspiring happy hour filled with connection, energy, and purpose. Together, we’ll build momentum for the season ahead and fuel the fight to end Alzheimer’s.

Enjoy light bites, great company, and a high-energy program featuring exciting updates, meaningful mission moments, and new tools to help you take your team even further this year.

RSVP Here bit.ly/2026teamkickoffncsd

Event Details:
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
5:30 – 7:00 PM
AleSmith Brewery
9990 AleSmith Ct, San Diego, CA 92126

Program begins at 6:15 PM
Light bites and one drink ticket included

We can’t wait to see you there and kick off an impactful Walk season—together. 💜

The Alzheimer’s Association invites you to its second annual Town Hall. Join us at DayOut (757 Main Street, El Centro) on Thursday, June 18 at 4 PM to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s disease and steps you can take to support brain health and reduce your risk of cognitive decline.

Speakers will cover Alzheimer’s care in the Imperial Valley, brain health, the latest research, support services, caregiving, and tips for effective communication with your doctor.

Register today at: https://forms.gle/GeW9cTRtAsLt91iN7

Caregiving can seem isolating, but you don't have to go through the journey alone. Join us on June 27th for our 3rd Annual Caregiver Symposium, aimed to equip and empower family caregivers on their dementia caregiving journey.

This event is free to attend and registration is required. Please call 1-800-272-3900 to sign up or visit https://www.communityresourcefinder.org/ResourceView/Index?id=3936459&profileDefinitionId=93

Agnes Zsigovics provided an educational session to members of Foothills Christian Church in El Cajon. The presentation covered the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease, the importance of early detection, available treatment options, and strategies for responding to dementia-related behaviors. The session also included information on ways to reduce the risk of cognitive decline.

To learn more about how you can lower your risk of cognitive decline, visit: https://www.alz.org/help-support/brain_health/10-healthy-habits-for-your-brain

Your voice matters. Make it heard.

📞 Call your members of Congress to urge them to support the bipartisan Alzheimer’s Screening and Prevention (ASAP) Act so we can make routine Alzheimer’s and dementia blood tests the new standard of care. bit.ly/4njUqaY

On behalf of the Alzheimer’s Association, Dr. Paulette Cazares spoke at the District Attorney’s Senior Health and Wellness event. The event covered common scams targeting seniors, consumer protection, and crime prevention tips. Dr. Cazares highlighted that older adults are particularly vulnerable to victimization, especially those living with dementia, who may experience impaired judgment. She also discussed the warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and emphasized the importance of early detection.

To learn about the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s, call the 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-272-3900 or visit: https://www.alz.org/alzheimers-dementia/10_signs