CHICAGO, Feb. 24, 2025 — Alzheimer’s isn’t a red or blue issue — it is purple. What unites us all is our shared vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. The Alzheimer’s Association has been actively monitoring and evaluating developments in the national landscape. We are deeply concerned that some of these developments may impede care and support for people in all communities impacted by dementia, as well as Alzheimer’s and dementia research progress.

Thanks to you, we’ve made remarkable progress in research, care and support in the Alzheimer’s and dementia community over the last 15 years. Just last year, we celebrated Congress renewing the national commitment to addressing dementia.

The current and proposed cuts in federal and state funding and resources raise significant concerns. These changes could have far-reaching negative impacts on the millions of Americans affected by dementia and the future of Alzheimer’s and dementia research.

Alzheimer’s is not just a personal tragedy, but a growing public health crisis that demands robust voices in the fight. Policymakers must continue to prioritize the well-being of the nearly 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s, their 11 million caregivers, and the millions more who will be impacted by dementia in the coming years.

We’re taking action in ways we believe can make a difference, including addressing misinformation, collaborating with the research community, and partnering with others to ensure robust and sustained federal research funding and that Congress upholds our nation’s strong commitment to combating Alzheimer’s and dementia.

We’ve made great progress and we cannot afford to stop now. Your voice is powerful. Contact your members of Congress today to keep the momentum in the fight against Alzheimer’s strong!