REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Proclamation of September 2025 as World Alzheimer's Awareness Month
Report
BACKGROUND
Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, a brain condition that affects the parts of the brain controlling thought, memory, and language. It can seriously affect the ability of individuals to conduct their daily activities. While the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease increases as people age, it is not a normal part of aging. Scientists do not yet fully understand the causes of Alzheimer's disease, but suspect that there are multiple factors affecting individuals, including age, family history, and potentially diet and environment. In 2020, an estimated 5.8 million Americans were living with Alzheimer's disease, a number that is projected to climb to 14 million people by 2060. In California, more than 719,000 people are living with Alzheimer's disease, along with 1.37 million unpaid caregivers.
The 2025 theme for World Alzheimer's Awareness Month, launched by Alzheimer's Disease International (ADI), is "Ask About Dementia, Ask about Alzheimer's." This theme encourages people to have conversations about Alzheimer's and dementia to reduce stigma, increase understanding, and promote early diagnosis and better support for those affected.
DISCUSSION
At the September 16, 2025, City Council meeting, the City Council will proclaim September 2025 as World Alzheimer's Awareness Month.
Claire Day, Chief Mission and Program Strategy Officer from the Alzheimer's Association, Northern California and Northern Nevada Chapter, will be present to accept the proclamation. The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia - by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
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