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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for general inquiries

  • Understanding Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia

    Alzheimer's is the most common form of dementia. It causes problems with memory, thinking and behavior.

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    Talk to a dementia expert with our free 24/7 Helpline. Get confidential emotional support, crisis assistance, local resources and information in over 200 languages.

    Call 800.272.3900
    Other ways to get help

  • There is no single test that can determine if a person is living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. Physicians use diagnostic tools combined with medical history and other information, including neurological exams, cognitive and functional assessments, brain imaging (MRI, CT, PET) and cerebrospinal fluid or blood tests to make an accurate diagnosis.

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    If you are looking for opportunities to bring brain health education to your community, please email illinoisbrainhealth@alz.org or call 800.272.3900 with your request.

    If you are looking for resources, you can call the Alzheimer’s Association Help Line at 800.272.3900 to talk to a human - not a computer - and find the right resources for you.

FAQs for brain health presentations and programs

  • One of the main goals of the Illinois Brain Health Project is to distribute brain health messaging across Illinois. If you’d like an educational program in your community, you can submit your request via email to illinoisbrainhealth@alz.org or connect with the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter through our website at alz.org/illinois.

  • We are continuously building our support networks across the State of Illinois – If you’d like to become involved in the fight for brain health, there are three main opportunities to join us:

     

    1. Visit the Alzheimer’s Association volunteer page to find volunteer opportunities near you

    2. Join the Illinois Chapter’s advocacy team as a volunteer

    3. Those interested in becoming partners can email illinoisbrainhealth@alz.org with information about your organization to start the conversation

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    No matter the path you choose, we can help you be involved in our mission. If you struggle to find the right opportunity with the above links, you can email our team for more information.

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