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a community oriented program sponsored by the Northern Virginia Alzheimer�s Association for teens and "near teens" living with Alzheimer�s disease in their lives. Why Alz-Palz? There are more than 35,000 families affected by Alzheimer�s Disease in Northern Virginia. This figure is projected to double by the year 2005. To help the next generation of caregivers (today�s teens) prepare for and understand Alzheimer�s disease, the Northern Virginia Chapter has created Alz-Palz, Youth Against Alzheimer�s Disease. Many young people are helping to care for family members and loved ones on a daily basis and the adult world is unable to fully understand what it is like to be a teenager and a caregiver at the same time. Sometimes a teen just wants to talk to other teens. What We Do Alz-Palz is dedicated to ensuring that teenage caregivers are given the opportunity to communicate their needs and concerns among themselves. The group will also create awareness about Alzheimer�s disease throughout the community, while planning fun get-togethers for all involved. What is Alzheimer�s Disease? Alzheimer�s disease (AD) is a degenerative disease that attacks the brain and results in impaired memory, thinking and behavior. A person with AD may experience confusion and personality changes, have difficulty finding words, finishing thoughts, or following directions. They may get lost going to familiar places and may not recognize family and friends. Although AD generally affects people over 65, it is not a normal part of aging. Where We Are Our Chapter office is located in Fairfax, Virginia and serves the counties of Arlington, Fairfax, Clarke, Fauquier, Frederick, Loudoun, King George, Prince William, Rappahannock, Stafford, and Warren. So What�s Happening? Join Alz-Palz as we: Participate in Chapter activities such as Memory Walk Develop an Alz-Palz website Create a comic strip Create and distribute promotional items featuring the Alz-Palz logo Tell our story on the radio Star in television spots Chat on the computer Participate in outings to promote Alzheimer�s programs Join Us!!! Finding someone else who understands life with Alzheimer�s disease is a challenge if you are a young person. Alz-Palz is uniting youth against Alzheimer�s disease, because your future is a world without Alzheimer�s. If you would like to make a difference in the fight against Alzheimer�s disease, join Alz-Palz! We hope to hear from you soon! (please type answers here, print, and mail or fax this form or e-mail your information directly to Alz-Palz) Name: Parent's Name: Address: City: State: Zip: Telephone Number: () I would like to join Alz-Palz! I want more information about Alzheimer�s disease. Alz-Palz Alzheimer�s Association Northern Virginia Chapter 10201 Lee Highway, Suite 210 Fairfax, VA 22030 TEL: (703)359-4440 FAX: (703) 359-4441 e-mail: Alz-Palz WWW: https://www.alz-nova.org/alzpalz.htm Home | Who We Are | Volunteer | Membership | What's New | Calendar of Events | Links | About Alzheimer's | Programs & Services | Search Last updated: November 6, 1997 © 1997, 1998 & 1999 Alzheimer's Association, Northern Virginia Chapter. All rights reserved.