Alzheimer's Association Central and Western Kansas

10/23/2026

Thank you to the Empowered Senior Seminar Series for inviting our Program Manager, Regan Lipphardt, to join their panel on smoothing family dynamics. 💜

Dementia doesn’t affect just one person. It touches the whole family, and navigating changing roles, difficult conversations, and caregiving decisions can be overwhelming. We were glad to share information, resources, and support services from the Alzheimer’s Association with attendees.

If your family is facing Alzheimer’s or another dementia, you’re not alone. Call our free 24/7 Helpline at 1.800.272.3900 or visit alz.org.

You can find upcoming Empowered Senior seminars by going to https://empoweredsenior.org/seniorseminars/.

10/16/2026

Going to Bewitched at the Boathouse in Wichita this Saturday? Make sure to stop by the Alzheimer's Association resource table and show us your costumes!

10/14/2026

Our Walkers show up for each other every year. Now Congress needs to hear from all of us too.

The bipartisan ASAP Act would let Medicare cover early screening for Alzheimer’s, and it needs more support to move forward.

It only takes a couple minutes to send a message: https://alz-action.quorum.us/campaign/ASAP/

Thank you for being part of Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Let’s carry that momentum to Washington.

10/07/2026

Have you sent your message for the ASAP Act yet?

It takes less than a minute and could change how early people get diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. And like Walk, this is a team sport.

Once you’ve sent yours, ask 3 people you know, family, neighbors, friends, to send one too.

Let’s turn our Walk momentum into real change in Washington: https://alz-action.quorum.us/campaign/ASAP/

10/06/2026

We are ecstatic to see healthy aging being prioritized by the State of Kansas and are proud to have been a part of the Learning Collaborative group that helped prepare the application for Kansas to develop the Multisector Plan for Aging.

Yesterday, I signed Executive Order 26-06, establishing the Kansas Multisector Plan on Aging. The executive order unites state agencies and community partners to create a 10-year plan, ensuring that older Kansans, caregivers, and stakeholders have a voice in shaping our future.

10/02/2026

More than 9 in 10 Americans say they’d want a simple test that could detect Alzheimer’s early. So would we, and the science is here. The only thing in the way is an outdated Medicare law.

You’re already walking for a future without Alzheimer’s. Let’s use our voices too: https://alz-action.quorum.us/campaign/ASAP/

09/29/2026

Manhattan volunteer Susan H. has been out advocating for the ASAP Act this week! Thank you Congressman Tracey Mann for cosponsoring the Alzheimer's Screening and Prevention Act. Find out how you can take action to help at
https://alz-action.quorum.us/campaign/tcod8x3p/

09/26/2026

Hi Walkers! 💜 You’re already raising funds and getting your steps in, but here’s another way to show up for the cause this week: send a quick message to Congress.

The bipartisan ASAP Act would let Medicare cover screening tests that can catch Alzheimer’s early, before symptoms even start. Right now, an outdated law is standing in the way.

It takes about 1 minute: https://alz-action.quorum.us/campaign/ASAP/

You’re already walking with us. Help us advance this bill too!

Take action to build Congressional support of the ASAP Act

09/21/2026

It's World Alzheimer's Day 💜 No one should face Alzheimer's alone—in Kansas, or anywhere. There are many ways you can get involved in honor of World Alzheimer's Day to provide help and hope to the millions impacted by Alzheimer's disease and their loved ones: alz.org/WorldAlzheimersDay.

09/20/2026

New treatments are changing the landscape of Alzheimer’s disease, but these advances can bring up new questions. What should you consider when deciding if treatment is right for you?

Join us for a free webinar this Thursday at 3 p.m. CT. when Association experts will be joined by a person living in early-stage Alzheimer’s to provide a firsthand perspective on navigating treatment decisions. You’ll learn about:
🟣 Today's treatment options
🟣 Promising new advances on the horizon
🟣 Common questions around new treatments
🔗 Reserve your spot today: bit.ly/3T64s4Y