Mission Statement :
Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer ’ s disease through the advancement of research , to provide and enhance care and support for all affected , and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health .
BACKGROUND : The Alzheimer ’ s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer ’ s care , support and advocacy . We are the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer ’ s research finding treatments , prevention and a cure .
BRAG LINES : Across Rhode Island we have active support groups ( visit alz . org / CRF ) as well as a 24 / 7 helpline . We provide Alzheimer ’ s and dementia education for caregivers and professionals and we advocate at local and national levels .
PAY IT FORWARD : Everyone can help in the fight to end Alzheimer ’ s . Join the cause and contact the Rhode Island chapter at alz . org / ri or call 800-272-3900 .
Wish List : Volunteers
The Longest Day ® Participants
Walk to End Alzheimer ’ s ® Participants
Program , Education and Support Group Volunteer Facilitators ( especially those bilingual in Spanish )
Alzheimer ’ s Association Rhode Island Chapter
245 Waterman St ., Suite 306 Providence , RI 02906 24 / 7 Care and Support Helpline 1-800-272-3900 alz . org / ri
Helping to Heal
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Mind , Body , & Spirit
" If you have helped even one person , you have done much ."
— Martinha David
Meal Service Outreach Relationships Collaborations Holistic Therapies
( 401 ) 206-1451
Maeorg . org
Find Us on Facebook : MAE Organization For The Homeless Donate : www . gofundme . com / homelessness
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