Alzheimer's Association - Oregon & Southwest Washington Chapter

03/15/2026

Join us and our national partner African Methodist Episcopal Church Official on Sunday, March 15 at 1 p.m. PDT for the 6th Annual AME Church Connectional Purple Sunday.

During this free virtual program:
💜 Hear from caregivers and individuals living with dementia
🤝 Learn how the GUIDE Model is improving the quality of life for people living with dementia and empowering caregivers.
🔬 Get updates on the latest dementia research

Register today at bit.ly/406Fhz2.

03/14/2026

Now through Saturday, March 21, Marshalls shoppers can give to the Alzheimer’s Association at checkout. 🛍️ Every donation helps advance the care, support and research efforts of the Association. Thank you, Marshalls and its customers, for making a difference for families impacted by Alzheimer’s and all other dementia! alz.org/marshalls

03/13/2026

On , commit to prioritizing quality sleep. A good night’s sleep does a brain and body good. 😴 Get more healthy habits for your brain at alz.org/healthyhabits.

03/11/2026

“I don’t want my daughter to go through what I went through with my mom, and what she went through with her mom…it’s time to break the cycle.”

Kelly Kalkofen of Oregon is Alzheimer’s Impact Movement’s March Advocate of the Month!

During her mother’s journey with Alzheimer’s, Kelly turned to the Alzheimer’s Association for support and began volunteering. She gravitated towards community education because of her experience as an educator. As she shared all the ways to join the fight to as a volunteer, she found herself being drawn to advocacy.

Now Kelly is a regular at Oregon State Advocacy Days and has attended AIM Advocacy Forum in Washington, D.C. She even brought her daughter Grace with her to Capitol Hill. The two shared their family’s story with lawmakers and urged them to support the bipartisan .

“My reason to advocate started out very small, for my little circle, for my mom, for my daughter. Now it’s just grown into something huge. It really is the spirit of the fight, and the cause, and what the Alzheimer’s Association stands for.”

Join us in celebrating Kelly’s advocacy, and read more of her story ➡️ bit.ly/4r43UHC

03/10/2026

03/09/2026

HAPPENING NOW: The Marshalls nationwide in-store fundraising program is going on now through Saturday, March 21 nationwide. Shoppers can donate or round up their purchase at checkout to support the Alzheimer’s Association. Every donation at checkout helps advance care, support and research. Let’s strengthen the fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia! alz.org/marshalls

03/08/2026

The fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia is one that so many women have given their voices, time and dedication to. During , we honor and thank the women who have been a part of the story.

03/07/2026

The switch to daylight saving time ⏰ can be especially tough for people living with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Caregivers can ease the transition by using these helpful tips.

03/07/2026

Representing some of the strongest supporters of Alzheimer's research and care services in the Portland Metro Area, we've got a full house at Hilton Portland Downtown. 💜

03/07/2026

Ready, set, Gala!! 🎉 Thank you to the incredible volunteers representing the mission of the Alzheimer's Association tonight.

We're ready for an amazing evening of purpose and connection. Together, we delight and inspire the philanthropic community that stepped up this year to raise critical funds. All dollars raised move us closer to a world without Alzheimer's and all other dementias. 💜

03/05/2026

New Walk to End Alzheimer's mascot? What do you think? 🐾🐶🥺

03/04/2026

March is . Nourish your body and brain with healthier snacks and meals that you enjoy. Look for 🥦 vegetables, 🐟 leaner meats/proteins, 🍓 foods less processed and lower in fat. Doing so can help reduce your risk of cognitive decline.
Get more healthy habits for your brain at alz.org/healthyhabits.