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The Breakdown: Dementia & Caregiving Resources for the Black Community


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Did you know it is projected that by 2030, 40% of those with a dementia diagnosis will be Black or Latino? Remember, this is just a STATISTIC, so WE have the POWER not to make this a reality!

Dr. Fayron Epp's episode of The Breakdown highlights the importance of uplifting our Black faith communities so they can better support and educate congregants concerning this disease. She developed a program called Alter Dementia that does just this by helping them- create dementia-friendly communities. She also talks about an 8-week education study (yes, you can participate in education, and it still be research!) called "Caregiving While Black," where caregivers can get all the tea on navigating the healthcare system as a Black caregiver (if all this isn't #BlackGirlMagic I don't know what is).


For more information on how to get involved in both programs click the links below:

Alter Dementia: https://alterdementia.com

Caregiving While Black: https://scholarblogs.emory.edu/epps-faithvillage/research-projects/care/

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Black Scholars SpeakBy Janelle Gore