Looking at Alzheimer’s through the eyes of love: this photo essay that shows how much caregivers value their loved ones. Alzheimer’s can take memories, but it cannot break a bond of affection.
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The shirt of the event made by the organization “END ALZHEIMERS” that reads “memories should last forever.” Organizers of the event and family members were wearing this shirt.Patients and guest waiting under the tent for the rain to stop.The hand of an Alzheimer’s patient.A family supporting their loved one. Alzheimer’s disease is more common in women, approximately 1 in 3 women are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.The hands of an Alzheimer’s patient holding onto his daughter’s hand.A daughter and caregiver with her mother who suffers from Alzheimer’s.A caregiver with an Alzheimer’s patient from The Palace.An Alzheimer’s patient reaching for food provided at the event.Close-up picture of Alzheimer’s patient Jose Gonzalez’s wheelchair. Alzheimer’s disease is more common among Hispanics and Black people.A caregiver and an Alzheimer’s patient at the event.A daughter taking care of her mother.
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