The Improving HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act

While we know that impeachment activities dominate the news from DC these days, we should not ignore the many issues that exist here and now and right here at home…..

There are more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, including 140,000 here in Georgia.

This terrible disease is very close to me – my Grandfather, Mother, and several Aunts and Uncles have all perished as a result of this disease. My oldest sister has been diagnosed.

For individuals living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, care planning is essential to learning about medical and non-medical treatments, clinical trials, and support services available in their community. Accessing these services results in a higher quality of life.

Thankfully as of January 2017, Medicare covers critical care planning services. However, not enough patients and providers are aware of this resource.

That’s why I’m asking Congressman Doug Collins to cosponsor the Improving HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act (S. 880/H.R. 1873).

The Improving HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act would help educate clinicians on Alzheimer’s and dementia care planning services through Medicare.

Endorsed by the Alzheimer’s Association and its advocacy arm, the Alzheimer’s Impact Movement, the Improving HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act will give them the knowledge and tools to better help their patients and families living with dementia.

Please join me in asking Congressman Doug Collins to support the Improving HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act.

To learn more about this disease and how you can join the fight to end Alzheimer’s, visit alzimpact.org.