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Alzheimer’s Association launches free mobile app to provide North Carolina individuals and families affected by dementia with support, guidance and connection

By Staff Report, posted 2 weeks ago

The Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter is encouraging individuals and families affected by dementia in North Carolina to download its new My Alz Journey app. The free app is aimed at helping newly diagnosed, early-stage individuals and their care partners navigate their journey with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

“An Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis can be overwhelming and isolating,” said Christine John-Fuller, executive director, Alzheimer’s Association – Eastern North Carolina Chapter, in a press release. “Our new app helps connect North Carolina families affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias to needed information and resources following a diagnosis. It provides personalized guidance, education, planning tools, interactive activities and local community resources.”

Currently, there are more than 7 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, including more than 210,000 in North Carolina. A 2024 Alzheimer’s Association survey found 66% of dementia caregivers report difficulty finding resources and support following a dementia diagnosis. 

People living with dementia, including current and former members of the Alzheimer’s Association National Early Stage Advisory Group (ESAG), were instrumental in the app’s development.

Ideal for those who already enjoy using apps in their daily lives, My ALZ Journey features a simple, intuitive design that guides users through a personalized experience. The Home screen offers a curated path with step-by-step guidance and resources that evolve over time to reflect the user’s journey. The app’s Library provides easy access to topic-based educational content from alz.org, answering common questions about Alzheimer’s, caregiving and planning for the future. Users can connect directly to the Alzheimer’s Association through the Community section, which highlights nearby support groups, events and programs. The Activity Center offers interactive tools, planning resources and brain-stimulating activities to help users stay engaged and supported.

“We’re excited to have this new app to help our local families,” added John-Fuller in a press release. “In addition to connecting them to important  disease-related information, we hope it will encourage their participation in the various local programs we offer. We want families affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementia to know they are not alone.”   

My ALZ Journey is available now for free in the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. For more information, visit alz.org/MyALZJourney.

For more information about local programs, support groups and resources, visit alz.org/nc or call the 24/7 Helpline at (800) 272-3900.

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