In fiscal year 2012, the Alzheimer's Association Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter provided more than 40,000 individuals with dementia, their care partners, community members and health care professionals with programs and services. These programs and services included a 24/7 Information Helpline, community and professional education, support groups, care consultation and MedicAlert® + Safe Return®. The Association also advocated at the state and federal levels to increase federal research funding and support legislation leading to improved diagnosis, care and planning for families impacted by this disease. Nationally, the Alzheimer’s Association is a leader in the global fight for a world without Alzheimer’s. The Association leads in many ways, including through an international research grants program, an annual, international conference for researchers and professionals, a research roundtable composed of industry scientists and a professional journal. The Association also offers TrialMatch™, an opportunity for the general public to be leaders by participating in clinical trials.

Education and Support 1. 24/7 Information Helpline. 5,100 calls will be made to the Helpline for information, support and resources. 2. Community and Professional Education. The Association offers dementia-specific workshops and conferences throughout the two-state area. A Meeting of the Minds: The Dementia Conference 2013 will have 1,300 participants and, in total, more than 54,300 people will receive information and education through community or professional education and outreach programs. 3. Support Groups. 115 support groups, led by trained volunteer facilitators, will provide assistance and encouragement to individuals and their care partners affected by dementia. 4. Care Consultation. 750 individuals with memory loss and their care partners will receive 1,800 care consultations, giving them individualized assistance with problem solving, planning and identifying resources. 5. Website. The Alzheimer’s Association website contains a wealth of information regarding Alzheimer’s and related diseases and will have 80,000 web visits. Advocacy The Alzheimer's Association will continue working across Minnesota and North Dakota to change the landscape of dementia care and services for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Research The Alzheimer's Association will continue to be a leader in the global fight for a world without Alzheimer’s.

Individuals affected by Alzheimer's and related dementias, as well as their caregivers, professional care partners and the greater community

Minnesota and North Dakota