CaringKind and UsAgainstAlzheimer's expand 100 Women of Impact advocacy efforts

CaringKind and UsAgainstAlzheimer's have joined forces to offer 100 Women of Impact a new avenue to engage in federal advocacy efforts related to Alzheimer's disease and dementia, marking a significant expansion in opportunities for women to influence policy.

CaringKind, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting those affected by Alzheimer's and dementia, launched 100 Women of Impact in 2021. The initiative is now partnering with UsAgainstAlzheimer's, a nonpartisan organization committed to ending Alzheimer's, to provide its members with a voluntary pathway to advocate for critical issues impacting the Alzheimer's community.

Participants in 100 Women of Impact can opt in to receive updates, educational resources, and opportunities to engage with federal policymakers. The advocacy efforts will focus on key areas such as increased federal investment in Alzheimer's research, earlier and more equitable diagnosis, access to quality and affordable care and treatment, support for care partners, and policies that reflect the experiences of those affected by dementia.

"Women are disproportionately affected by Alzheimer's disease, accounting for nearly two-thirds of Americans living with the condition and the majority of care partners," noted Eleonora Tornatore-Mikesh, President and CEO of CaringKind. "By combining our expertise and networks, we can amplify the voices of women and ensure their perspectives are heard in policy discussions."

George Vradenburg, Co-Founder and Chairman of UsAgainstAlzheimer's, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of direct input from those most affected. "As policymakers make decisions that will shape the future of Alzheimer's research, early detection, care, and treatment, it is essential that they hear directly from the people and communities most affected. We're proud to collaborate with CaringKind to help 100 Women of Impact bring their lived experiences, professional expertise, and community perspectives to conversations in Washington, D.C."

The collaboration is part of a broader movement led by CaringKind to advance leadership, care, policy, and progress in brain health. Participation in the advocacy program is entirely voluntary and nonpartisan, with no automatic enrollment. Women interested in engaging can opt in directly with UsAgainstAlzheimer's through a dedicated website.

"We are excited to partner with UsAgainstAlzheimer's to support 100 Women of Impact in their advocacy efforts," said Tornatore-Mikesh. "Together, we can create meaningful opportunities for women who choose to advocate for policies that better serve people living with Alzheimer's and related dementias, care partners, and families across the country."

The advocacy opportunities will allow participants to contribute to discussions on critical issues, including federal investment in research, earlier and more equitable diagnosis, and access to quality care. By combining their efforts, CaringKind and UsAgainstAlzheimer's aim to ensure that the voices of women are heard and that policies are developed with the best interests of the community in mind.