AlzInColor
We empower Black and Latino families with culturally relevant information to overcome stigmas and health barriers related to Alzheimer’s and dementia.
06/10/2026
Jeanette “Jet” Contreras learned the hard way not to take her brain health for granted. First, she watched her mother care for her grandmother with Alzheimer’s, then she helped care for her father when dementia further complicated his ongoing health problems.
Jet’s family history pushes her to eat healthy, exercise, and have open conversations about brain health with her sons. Her dream: for brain health testing to be as normal as taking a blood test to check for diabetes.
What’s your hope for the next generation of Latino families confronting changes in memory or thinking? Share your story this here:
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Why Jet doesn't take her brain health for granted For Jeanette (Jet) Contreras, the signs with her abuelita started s...
06/09/2026
Join this important brain health and Alzheimer's discussion with The Balm In Gilead Inc. for their Memory Sunday live stream event on Sunday, June 14.
Every Memory Matters: Early Conversations. Empowered Decisions
Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia continue to impact our congregations and communities in profound ways. This Memory Sunday, our faith communities are coming together to lead with compassion, education, and action.
Our goal? To guide families in making informed, prayerful choices long before a crisis arises. By encouraging early conversations, we can equip our loved ones with the knowledge, confidence, and support they need to navigate the journey ahead with dignity and hope. ❤️
Join us for a powerful and uplifting Memory Sunday Live Stream Event!
Date: Sunday, June 14
Time: 6:00 PM EST
Where to Watch: Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube Live
What to expect:
🎶 Inspirational music
🙏 Uplifting prayers
🧠 Educational panel discussions on Alzheimer’s Disease..and much more!
Don't navigate this journey alone. Tune in, learn, and let’s support one another.
Learn More: https://brainhealthcenterforafricanamericans.org/memory-sunday-2026/
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06/09/2026
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month.
Most of us don’t think about brain health until we have to. Our mission is to have those conversations start earlier.
In Black and Latino communities, Alzheimer’s often shows up more often, and support can be harder to find. We address these concerns by talking more openly and more often about all kinds of brain health needs.
So, this month, help us Raise the Volume to raise awareness. AlzInColor is sharing real stories from people and families going through it. Take a look and share yours:
https://www.alzincolor.com/stories
06/08/2026
When Robert Reid’s wife Kim was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s at age 50, Robert didn't just become her care partner, he became a voice for every family navigating a system that too often looks the other way.
This Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month:
1. Learn from Robert’s and Kim’s powerful story. Trust your concerns. Start the conversation with your healthcare provider and don’t give up. Brain health issues can happen at any age. Early discussions, testing, and evaluation can help individuals and families better understand what's happening and plan for the future.
2. Share your own story to here:
https://www.alzincolor.com/share-your-story
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The Early-Onset Alzheimer's Diagnosis: One Husband's Story What happens when changes in memory or thinking go undiagnosed? Rob...
“Hope is action.”
That line says everything, and it comes from someone who has spent a lifetime living it.
Bishop Donald D. Hayes, Ph.D., has served in ministry for nearly five decades. His life’s work has been rooted in service, care, and community, and his message reflects that.
Too often, we wait. We ignore the signs. We tell ourselves we’ll deal with it later. But when it comes to brain health, later can cost us quality of life.
If you’re concerned about your brain health, go get checked. Get informed. Get trained. Knowledge is power AND protection.
06/06/2026
🧠💜 It starts with a conversation.
In our recent AlzInColor webinar, "It Starts with a Conversation: Taking the First Step in Brain Health," guest speakers Dr. Bashir Easter and Dr. Nicole Rochester shared powerful insights on brain health, caregiving, healthcare advocacy, and the importance of connecting families to trusted resources and support.
Three key takeaways from the discussion:
📚 Knowledge Leads to Better Care
Access to trusted information empowers families to recognize concerns early, make informed decisions, and improve quality of life.
🗣️ Speak Up and Ask Questions
You are an essential advocate for yourself or a loved one. Asking questions, seeking clarification, and sharing concerns can lead to better care and outcomes.
🤝🏽 Start the Conversation Early. Share the Resources.
Brain health and Alzheimer's conversations belong in our homes, churches, community organizations, barbershops, salons, and other trusted spaces.
Together, we can help raise awareness, reduce stigma, and ensure our communities have access to the information, resources, and support they deserve.
▶️ Watch the webinar recording at: https://youtu.be/BWcTdhS1_Dg
👉🏽 Please join us Thursday, June 25 for our next webinar. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/AlzInColorWebinar06-25-2026
🔗 Learn more and access resources at www.AlzInColor.com.
06/05/2026
June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness, share knowledge, and start conversations that can change lives.
A recent The New York Times article highlights the important work being led by Dr. Fayron Epps and Alter Dementia to bring together faith, science, and community in addressing brain health and dementia in Black communities.
The article explores how trusted spaces like churches can help reduce stigma, increase awareness, support caregivers, and connect families to resources and care.
It also reinforces an important message that while Black Americans are nearly twice as likely to develop Alzheimer’s, there are steps we can take to support brain health through physical activity, social connection, healthy eating, quality sleep, and managing chronic health conditions.
At AlzInColor, we believe that meaningful change begins with trusted conversations and culturally relevant resources that meet people where they are.
Thank you to Dr. Epps, ALTER Dementia, Robert Reid, Dr. Vonetta Dotson, Rev. jeff obafemi carr, Dr. Mary Parris, Goldie Smith Byrd, and the many other faith leaders, caregivers, researchers, and advocates working to raise the volume on brain health awareness and health equity.
🔗 Read the full story here: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/06/04/well/mind/dementia-disparities-black-churches.html?unlocked_article_code=1.nlA.Kn69.OORY-Rx1KyH2&smid=url-share
06/04/2026
At first, Monica thought the changes she was experiencing were just part of getting older.
Difficulty parking. Trouble keeping her place while reading. Forgetting names and tasks.
But Monica trusted herself enough to ask questions—and eventually received a diagnosis of Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI).
Her story is a powerful reminder that changes in memory and thinking should not automatically be dismissed as “normal aging,” especially in Black communities where stigma and lack of access can delay conversations and care.
🧠 Early detection matters.
🗣️ Self-advocacy matters.
🤝🏽 Community support matters.
Monica’s journey also highlights the importance of documenting symptoms, building relationships with healthcare providers, and finding support systems such as Black Dementia Minds, that help you feel seen and understood.
Thank you to Monica for sharing her story and helping raise the volume on brain health awareness in our communities.
Read the full article from ESSENCE:
https://www.essence.com/health-and-wellness/from-doubt-to-diagnosis/
From Doubt To Diagnosis: Monica’s Empowering Story Of Self-Advocacy | Essence Subtle symptoms, once dismissed, became an MCI diagnosis, spotlighting why early evaluation can’t wait.
06/01/2026
New research shows that metabolic conditions like diabetes may shape future dementia risk, particularly in Latino communities.
People with diabetes had higher levels of blood signals associated with abnormal tau, a protein that becomes harmful in Alzheimer's disease. Detecting these concerns in the blood could make monitoring easier by eliminating the need for brain scans or spinal fluid tests.
This and other studies show that addressing brain health means addressing the full person, from physical health to community resources to culturally relevant care.
Explore more about the study here: https://today.ucsd.edu/story/uc-san-diego-study-links-diabetes-to-early-alzheimers-related-changes-in-the-blood-of-latino-adults
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