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BHAM Brain Health & Alzheimer’s believe in a life where people and the communities around them can share their memories, live a life of dignity, and act on their knowledge. We cannot allow for this disease to take control of our lives!
“KNOWLEDGE is not power. KNOWLEDGE is only potential power. ACTION is power.” – Tony Robbins
Welcome
The BHAM (Black, Hispanic, Asian and other Minorities) Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Initiative is a regional registered nonprofit organization. We work to improve the quality of life of people affected by dementia in Southeast Florida and New York. According to research, the state of Florida has over 200,000 people who have a personal experience of dementia, as carers, health professionals or people with the disease themselves, and New York with an estimated 410,00 for 2020. The organization relies on voluntary donations from the public through fundraising and grant funding. The Executive Director is Donna de Levante Raphael.
Mission
The BHAM Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Initiative’s mission is to provide support, services in the form of education to reduce the impact of Alzheimer’s on lives of African American, Hispanic, Asian and other minorities today, and create a world without Alzheimer’s tomorrow. To change the face of dementia research, demonstrate best practices in dementia care and support, provide the best advice and support to anyone dealing with dementia. To use brain health and Alzheimer’s education to improve the levels of all affected by the Alzheimer’s disease, and the professionals working to support them. We are working on educating the underserved communities for a better quality of life for those affected by this traumatic disease. We provide direct education and support service resources to the communities. We connect people and communities. We are the BHAM Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Initiative.
Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause of death in America. Alzheimer’s is the 4th leading cause of death in African Americans.
Alzheimer’s is one of American’s most devastating crisis affecting social, medical and economic factors of the nation’s history.
Alzheimer’s knows no boundaries and does not prefer any race, ethnic group, religion or any other group, and no family, business or government agency is immune from the devastation it causes. There is no cure for Alzheimer’s at this time, however we can learn to delay it with education on good habits for brain health, supportive behaviors and championing our caregivers.
BHAM asks you to commit to staying informed about what Alzheimer’s is, what it is not, and what you can do to keep your brain healthy.
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Education and Resources
BHAM Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Initiative offers a variety of education programs and services to individuals living with Alzheimer’s disease, family and professional caregivers, and the general public. BHAM Brain Health and Alzheimer’s Initiative will offer monthly webinar series, takes place on the second Friday of each month and features guest experts highlighting topics such as paying for long-term care, grief, the importance of self-care, facilitating care transitions and more. Visit www.bhamalzheimers.org for a listing of upcoming webinars.
Professional Training
BHAM offers dementia-specific training to health care professionals of all levels. Our comprehensive and innovative training program is rooted in the philosophy that patient relationships are at the core of high quality care. BHAM conducts on-site corporate trainings that are customizable by size and topic. BHAM has trained and educated over 5000 individuals through its professional training and community education programs.
Educational Conferences
BHAM would like to hold its first educational conference in 2020, bringing information about Brain Health and Alzheimer’s-related programs, services and issues directly into communities in Florida and New York states.
The Economics of Alzheimer’s in America
• Alzheimer’s is the most costly disease in America
• Alzheimer’s in on track to bankrupt the United States
• Unpaid caregivers provide ….hours of caregiving hours totaling $…
• The average cost of care for a person with dementia over the last five years of their life is $366,593
• Federal research funding for Alzheimer’s is approximately $2.8 billion annually compared to the funding used to fund research for cancer at $6 billion and HIV/AID at $3 billion
• The expected cost of Alzheimer’s is projected to reach 1.1 trillion by 2050
Few racial and ethnic groups such as African Americans, Latinos, Asian Americans and Native Americans know about these facts until Alzheimer’s strikes. Your time to know about Alzheimer’s is now.
***Statistics reported in the Alzheimer’s Association 2020 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures Report
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, degenerative brain disorder that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Alzheimer’s is not a normal part of aging. Age is the number one risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease. Alzheimer’s affects over 5.8 million Americans and is expected to increase to 14 million Americans by 2060..
Impact of Alzheimer’s on Latinos
-By 2050 Latino’s life expectancy will be 87 years, and they will be 16% of the older adult population.
-Age is the number one risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease.
-A rising life expectancy means that Latinos are more likely to be affected by the disease.
-Latinos are 1.5 times more likely than non-Hispanic White to develop Alzheimer’s disease and are less likely to recognize the signs and symptom
Impact on African Americans
-Alzheimer’s has a disparate impact on African Americans.
-Age is the number one risk factor for Alzheimer’s disease.
-Alzheimer’s is the fourth leading case of death among older African Americas.
-African Americans are 2 to 3 times more likely to develop Alzheimer’s disease and are less likely to recognize the signs and symptoms.
-20% of Americans with Alzheimer’s are African Americans.
Alzheimer’s Number’s in America
• Every 65 seconds a person in the United States develops Alzheimer’s.
• An estimated 5.8 million people in America are affected by Alzheimer’s
• Approximately 20% of this estimate are African Americans
• Alzheimer’s affects African American at a rate of 2 – 3 times more than non-Hispanic Whites
• Alzheimer’s affects Latinos at a rate of 1.5 times more than non-Hispanic Whites
• Alzheimer’s begins to develop approximately 20 – 30 years prior to the diagnosis
• By 2060 it is estimated that 14 million Americans will be living with Alzheimer’s
• 2/3 of all Americans with Alzheimer’s are women
• 2/3 of Alzheimer’s caregivers are also women
• Alzheimer’s is 100% fatal
Alzheimer’s Facts in America
• Alzheimer’s is an age-related disease
• Alzheimer’s robs people of their memories, thoughts and feelings
• If Alzheimer’s runs in your family it does not mean you will get it
• If Alzheimer’s does not have a history in your family, you are still at risk
• Modifying your lifestyle habits into healthy habits may slow or even prevent the symptoms of Alzheimer’s.
Manifesto
The BHAM Brain Health & Alzheimer’s Inc. believe in a life where people and the communities around them can share their memories, live a life of dignity, and act on their knowledge. We cannot allow for this disease to take control of our lives!
“KNOWLEDGE is not power. KNOWLEDGE is only potential power. ACTION is power.” – Tony Robbins
About us
The Alzheimer’s Conversation Project is a health charity for people living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. The organization:
• offers information, support and education programs for people with Alzheimer’s, their families and caregivers
• Promotes public education and awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias to ensure people know where to turn for help
• Provides additional information on topics of aging.
What We Do
People with Alzheimer’s disease are like the rest of us. Each person has a story, a unique personality, life experiences, interests and preferences. Like the rest of us, they need caring people to help them stay relaxed, feel safe and maintain their dignity. Their perception of reality, however, can differ from ours. This nonprofit organization is for family, friends and co-residents of people who live with dementia. We provide tips and tools designed to help you improve the relationship with a person with Alzheimer’s disease.
BHAM PREVENTION
Prevention of Alzheimer’s disease is critical. How can we prevent Alzheimer’s disease or other age-related cognitive decline? To date, there is no definitive answer on how to minimize cognitive decline or Alzheimer’s disease in those ages 65 years and older. Over the years there has been increased evidence that healthy lifestyle choices can delay, slow and possibly prevent Alzheimer’s and other related disorders. BHAM Alzheimer’s goal is to empower those in the underserved communities who identify as Black/African American, Hispanic, Asian and other minority groups in the United States and organizations by educating them about lifestyle choices that can help or even prevent brain health issues and promote healthy minds and healthy aging.
BHAM Alzheimer’s will do this by engaging communities and convening with community leaders and experts in all areas of brain health, nutrition, sleep, physical health and exercise and caregiving. Visit our education section to learn more about how your lifestyle choices such as healthy body can contribute to a healthy brain, physical health and exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement can encourage and maintain a healthy brain and overall wellbeing.
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