Alzheimer's Association Illinois Advocacy

Alzheimer's Association Illinois Advocacy We are the public policy and advocacy arm of the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter. Contact us to learn more about becoming a volunteer advocate!

By sharing your story and working with your legislators, you can help us advance Alzheimer's and related dementia policies in Illinois and Washington, D.C.

06/17/2026

We can’t believe it’s already been 2 weeks since - and the momentum is still going strong 💪 Since returning, Illinois has gained 3 new cosponsors for the (9 total) and 1 new cosponsor for the (3 total)!

Huge thanks to our incredible advocates who traveled from across the state to represent Illinois, meet with all 19 congressional offices and make a lasting impact in the fight to 💜

: Join us in thanking ✨ Congressman Chuy García ✨ for cosponsoring the bipartisan (H.R. 6130). With his support, we’r...
06/16/2026

: Join us in thanking ✨ Congressman Chuy García ✨ for cosponsoring the bipartisan (H.R. 6130). With his support, we’re advancing toward a “mammogram moment” in Alzheimer’s and dementia care - making routine blood tests a standard tool for earlier detection.

: Join us in thanking ✨ Rep. Lauren Underwood ✨ for cosponsoring the bipartisan (H.R. 6130). With her support, we’re ...
06/16/2026

: Join us in thanking ✨ Rep. Lauren Underwood ✨ for cosponsoring the bipartisan (H.R. 6130). With her support, we’re advancing toward a “mammogram moment” in Alzheimer’s and dementia care - making routine blood tests a standard tool for earlier detection.

: Join us in thanking ✨ Rep. Mike Bost ✨ for cosponsoring the bipartisan (H.R. 6130). With his support, we’re advanci...
06/16/2026

: Join us in thanking ✨ Rep. Mike Bost ✨ for cosponsoring the bipartisan (H.R. 6130). With his support, we’re advancing toward a “mammogram moment” in Alzheimer’s and dementia care - making routine blood tests a standard tool for earlier detection.

Join us for a virtual program on June 16 at 2pm to larn from experts as they discuss the U.S. POINTER Study, SuperAging,...
06/10/2026

Join us for a virtual program on June 16 at 2pm to larn from experts as they discuss the U.S. POINTER Study, SuperAging, perimenopause and menopause, and Alzheimer’s biomarkers.

We will take time to explore these important topics and allow for audience questions and discussion. https://bit.ly/4xyDG4G

Thank you to ALL of our advocates from Illinois who traveled to Washington, D.C. this week! Because of your advocacy, th...
06/03/2026

Thank you to ALL of our advocates from Illinois who traveled to Washington, D.C. this week! Because of your advocacy, the fight to is stronger. And though our work is far from done, we have so much to be proud of 💜

And that’s a wrap! Illinois showed up strong on Capitol Hill: 📣 29 passionate advocates🤝 19 impactful meetings💜 1 shared...
06/02/2026

And that’s a wrap! Illinois showed up strong on Capitol Hill:

📣 29 passionate advocates
🤝 19 impactful meetings
💜 1 shared mission - and endless hope

As our advocates meet with policymakers on Capitol Hill today, YOU can strengthen their message! Ask Congress to pass th...
06/02/2026

As our advocates meet with policymakers on Capitol Hill today, YOU can strengthen their message! Ask Congress to pass the bipartisan Alzheimer’s Screening and Prevention (ASAP) Act. Together we can ensure early Alzheimer’s detection and diagnosis is the standard of care. bit.ly/4kRjDXU

Under current law, Medicare cannot cover any dementia screening test for people without symptoms. ❌ Congress can remove ...
06/02/2026

Under current law, Medicare cannot cover any dementia screening test for people without symptoms. ❌ Congress can remove this barrier like they did when they created a pathway for Medicare to cover blood-based cancer screening tests. ✔️ Urge Congress to support the bipartisan Alzheimer’s Screening and Prevention (ASAP) Act so Medicare can use this proven approach for Alzheimer’s. bit.ly/4kRjDXU

06/01/2026

Join us in cheering on our advocates from across Illinois as they head to Washington, D.C. for the 2026 ! Together on Capitol Hill, they will share their stories and ask members of Congress to:
✅ Pass the bipartisan
🔬 Increase investment in research & fund the BOLD program
🧠 Enhance dementia trainings for providers

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