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NEW - Early Alzheimer's Diagnosis: The Independence It Preserves
Alzheimer's stigma kills independence before the disease does. You notice memory problems but wait years to mention them because you're afraid of what it means. Assisted living. Lost autonomy. Friends treating you differently. Meanwhile, the stigma stops you from getting help that could let you live alone, advocate for yourself, and maintain the life you built.
Jacobs trains with people living with Alzheimer's who own their diagnosis publicly. Mario, living with the disease since 2008, teaches accessibility and gives tips on maintaining independence while living alone. The catch: he got early…
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