Dementia Alliance of North Carolina

04/06/2026

April is Parkinson's Disease Awareness Month, and we're raising awareness about an important connection many people don't know about. Parkinson's disease and dementia are closely linked.

According to the Parkinson's Foundation, people with Parkinson's disease may develop cognitive changes that can progress to dementia. This is called Parkinson's disease dementia (PDD), and it's a type of Lewy body dementia.

If you or a loved one is living with Parkinson's, know that you're not alone. Support, resources, and understanding are available.

Learn more about Lewy body dementia: https://buff.ly/b9GEYCL

Learn more about dementias with Lewy bodies: https://buff.ly/y7vJbib

04/01/2026

Spring is here, and if you’re caring for someone living with dementia, a simple change of scenery can make a real difference for both of you. 🌸 Fresh air, sunshine, and a calm outdoor space can help reduce stress, lift moods, and create small moments of connection throughout your day. It doesn’t have to be complicated. Just getting outside together is enough.

Here are a few peaceful, easy-to-enjoy spots in the Triangle you can explore at your own pace:
🌷 Historic Oakwood 35th Annual Garden Tour (April 11 & 12, 2026)
🌳 Duke Gardens
🌹 Raleigh Rose Garden
🌼 Dorothea Dix Park
🎡 Pullen Park
🌺 WRAL Azalea Garden

Find more spring activities and dementia-friendly ideas in Raleigh: https://buff.ly/d9Ytca9

03/31/2026

Looking for practical caregiving support? We've got you covered.

Our YouTube playlist offers 17 video resources covering everything from communication strategies to managing daily routines, care tips, and more.

Whether you're navigating a specific challenge or just looking for guidance, these short videos give you strategies you can use right away.

Explore the full playlist: https://buff.ly/8x9QMy2

03/24/2026

Dementia care questions do not only come up between 9 and 5. Now your education does not have to be either.

“Accepting the Challenge” is available on demand, giving family care partners and professional caregivers the flexibility to learn whenever it fits their schedules. With 16 easy-to-follow video sessions led by nationally recognized experts Melanie Bunn and Teepa Snow, you can pause, replay, and return to practical demonstrations and real-world strategies whenever you need them most.

Whether you're a family caregiver, professional, or community member, equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to provide better care and support. Learn at your own pace, on your own time.

Sign up now: https://buff.ly/ItQthKM

03/22/2026

As Brain Awareness Week comes to a close, we're reminded of something powerful. Knowledge is one of the greatest tools we have in the fight against dementia. 🧠

More than 210,500 people in North Carolina are affected by all forms of dementia, including Alzheimer's, and these numbers have exceeded 2025 projections. This is why we focus all our efforts locally, offering compassionate support, insight, and assistance to those living with or caring for individuals at all stages and types of dementia.

But brain health doesn't stop at the end of the week. Every day is an opportunity to learn, support, and show up for those on this journey.

Together, we're building stronger, more informed communities across North Carolina.

Learn more about how DANC supports families living with dementia: https://buff.ly/KT1Jkoh

03/18/2026

Join us for the Sanford Dementia Caregiver Education Conference on Friday, May 8, at the Dennis A. Wicker Civic Center for a day of education, connection, and support for caregivers, professionals, and community members across North Carolina.

Register Now: https://buff.ly/ZtYXAGv

03/16/2026

It's Brain Awareness Week! 🧠 This week, we're celebrating the incredible power of the brain and shining a light on the importance of brain health for all of us, especially those living with or caring for someone with dementia.

Brain health affects everything, including how we manage stress. While most research finds that daily stress does not increase your dementia risk, it does affect your body in a lot of other ways.

One way to help manage stress is to establish routines. Having some control over situations (real or perceived) helps. Stick to a routine, and when stress interferes, focus on it. Predictability can help fight stress.

Want more ways to manage stress? Click here: https://buff.ly/EFMgJoI

03/12/2026

This National Social Work Month, we celebrate the professionals who walk alongside loved ones, connect them to resources, and remind them that they don't have to navigate this journey alone.

At DANC, we're proud to have an incredible team dedicated to supporting caregivers across our state. Thank you to every social worker, navigator, and advocate making a difference every day.

03/10/2026

Looking for a support group near you? You are not alone.

Dementia Alliance of North Carolina offers support groups across the state for caregivers and families facing dementia. Whether you are newly navigating a diagnosis or have been caregiving for years, connecting with others who understand can make a real difference.

Find a support group in your area or join an online group here: https://buff.ly/rhADdK4

Local support. Real connection. Right here in North Carolina.

03/08/2026

This International Women's Day, we honor the women who show up every day for others, and we're here to show up for them.

Learn how DANC can support you and your loved ones: https://buff.ly/ztnNGno

03/05/2026

This National Social Work Month, we're celebrating two incredible members of our DANC family who show up every day with compassion, dedication, and heart. 💜

Meet Dee Dee Harris, Family Services Director, and Regina West, Dementia Navigator, who are both social workers! Together, they provide personalized support, guidance, and resources to families across North Carolina as they navigate the dementia journey.

Thank you, Dee Dee and Regina, for everything you do. We are so grateful to have you on our team!

03/03/2026

Registration is NOW OPEN for the Walk to Defeat Dementia! 🎉 Join us on Sunday, April 26, from 1:00 - 4:00 PM at Fenton in Cary, NC, for a powerful day of celebration, remembrance, and community.

Every step you take provides hope and support to families living with dementia right here in North Carolina. Register your team today and help us ensure that no family walks this journey alone.

Rain or shine, we'll be walking together.

Register today: https://buff.ly/rmRTs1L

Join me at the Triangle Walk to De-feet Dementia on April 26, 2026 at Fenton Shopping Center in Cary.