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Shape Alabama's Brain Health

The Alabama Brain Health Program at ADPH is partnering with the University of Alabama to conduct a statewide needs assessment about what information and resources Alabama communities need about brain health, Alzheimer's disease, and other types of dementia. Your valuable input will help inform our state's public health programs and services. Please take our survey online.

Brain Health Observances

Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month (June)

Worldwide, 50 million people are living with Alzheimer's and other dementias. Join the Alzheimer's Association in going purple and raising awareness during June. The more people know about Alzheimer's, the more action we inspire. Share your story at Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month.

World Alzheimer's Month (September)

Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting about six percent of people 65 and older. Join Alzheimer's Disease International in raising awareness during September.

National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month (November)

November is National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month. Join us in honoring the dedication of the 16 million Alzheimer's and dementia caregivers in the U.S. by sharing a personal tribute message at the Alzheimer's Association. 

Caregivers are superheroes, but even superheroes can't do it alone. The Alzheimer's Association is here to help! Call their free 24/7 Helpline at 1-800-272-3900, and check out their online Caregiver Center.