Alzheimer's Association West Texas Chapter

09/08/2026

🚨💜 ONLY 6 WEEKS TO GO! 💜🚨

The Permian Basin Walk to End Alzheimer's® is right around the corner, and now is the time to take action!

More than 6,600 individuals and families across the Permian Basin are facing Alzheimer's and other dementias. Every registration and every donation helps fund critical research, 24/7 support, education, and local resources for families who need us most.

🎯 Don't wait. Register today. 👟 Start a team. 💜 Join a team. 💵 Make a donation.

The fight against Alzheimer's can't wait, and neither should we. When we come together as a community, we send a powerful message: we will not stop until we end Alzheimer's and all other dementia.

👉 Register or donate now: act.alz.org/PermianBasin

Together, let's make these next 6 weeks count. Every step. Every dollar. Every story. Every one of us.

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09/04/2026

Traveling this Labor Day weekend with a loved one living with dementia? 🚗

With a little planning, travel can still be meaningful and safe. Here are a few tips to help make your journey smoother:

✅ Stick to familiar destinations and routines
✅ Travel during the time of day your loved one feels best
✅ Pack a bag of essentials: medications, snacks, water, comfort items
✅ Inform hotel staff of any specific needs ahead of time
✅ Allow extra time for rest and avoid over-scheduling
✅ Carry emergency contacts, medical info, and legal documents

Need support while traveling? Our free 24/7 Helpline is always here: 800.272.3900.

Learn more: alz.org/travel.

09/02/2026

⏰ The countdown is ON! Only a few weeks until the San Angelo Walk to End Alzheimer's® on September 26! 💜

Every step we take brings us closer to a world without Alzheimer's. Whether you're walking in honor of a loved one, supporting a friend, or joining the fight for a cure, your participation matters.

👉 Register today, start a team, or join an existing one and be part of the movement to !
https://act.alz.org/sanangelo

💜 Together, we can make a difference.

09/01/2026

A dramatic weather event can be especially upsetting and confusing for individuals living with Alzheimer's and other dementias and poses a greater burden on caregivers. During National Preparedness Month, learn how you can plan ahead: bit.ly/2EGYiyQ.

08/29/2026

Ride your way in the Ride to End ALZ Classic.
🚴 Choose your distance
🌄Ride indoors or outdoors
💜Fuel cutting-edge Alzheimer’s research
Register now at alz.org/rideclassic to join the fight against Alzheimer’s.

Introducing an Alzheimer's Association event inspired by science and driven by determination. Join us and experience what makes the Ride to End ALZ so much more than a ride.

08/29/2026

Amarilloooooooo!!! We are ready for you! It's Walk Day!! A beautiful morning awaits you. Please make your donation today at act.alz.org/amarillo

08/27/2026

Yes! 🙌 Join us tomorrow, Aug 29! Help fuel the end of Alzheimer’s and all other dementia DONATE NOW https://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id=19961&pg=entry

If you've ever watched someone you love struggle with Alzheimer's, you know just how heartbreaking this disease can be. 💜

This weekend, Amarillo families will come together for an event that puts just how many lives are affected by Alzheimer's right in front of you.

Here's when and where you can join them.

08/26/2026

With new treatments emerging in the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementia, now is the time for hope. Keep the momentum going in your community at the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s, the world’s largest fundraiser to fight the disease. Join us at alz.org/walk.

Together, we can end Alzheimer's. Find a Walk near you.

08/25/2026

Noticing changes in someone's memory, thinking or behavior can leave you in a tough spot. What could the changes mean? How can you bring them up with someone you care about?

Join us for a free webinar on Aug. 27 at [2 p.m. CT or your time zone] for an ALZ Talks discussion around next steps when a loved one may be displaying symptoms of Alzheimer's or another dementia. Learn about:

🟣 Warning signs of dementia
🟣 Starting compassionate conversations
🟣 Encouraging a medical evaluation
🟣 Finding trusted resources

🔗 Reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/45ViyZC