Letter to the Editor: Dold Should Join Kirk in Fight Against Alzheimer's

This letter was written and submitted by Lynn Charous, Alzheimer’s Ambassador to the 10th Congressional District.

Recently I had the pleasure of meeting with Congressman Dold’s staff, along with staff from the Alzheimer’s Association, to discuss the need for increased research funding for Alzheimer’s as well as providing proper care planning services. I was pleased that they were very receptive and responsive to my issues.

The HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act is vital legislation awaiting congressional action in Washington. Among other things, the HOPE Act would provide crucial care planning resources for families and individuals recently diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. All too often medical professionals will provide a diagnosis and not provide any directional support on where to turn next. Alzheimer’s is the most expensive disease to care for in America and is the next public health crisis we will face as a nation.

Just this month, Illinois Senator Mark Kirk signed on to the HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act. Kirk has shown he’s ready to stand with Illinois families battling Alzheimer’s – Congressman Dold should stand with him and sign on as a co-sponsor of the HOPE for Alzheimer’s Act.

A constituent,

Lynn Charous