Our Corporate Partner Honoree for our Back to the 80s Gala, Angels Baseball, has had an enduring partnership that goes beyond field of play. Discover what it means to them to be part of Alzheimer's Orange County's mission in the Q&A below. What drew the Angels to getting involved with Alzheimer’s Orange County? Is there
Meet our Back to the 80s Gala Philanthropy Partner Honorees, the Andonian Family. Sergio Andonian, President of Discount Tire & Service Centers talked about his family's business and how they got involved with Alzheimer's Orange County in this Q&A. What drew your family to getting involved with Alzheimer's Orange County? Was there a personal
Film Screening and Fireside Chat Featuring Simbelle Productions Founder and Alzheimer’s Orange County CEO. NEWPORT BEACH, CA — September 28, 2026— Familiar Touch, the award-winning film by Sarah Friedland, will screen at The Lido Theater on November 18th, 2026. The screening will be followed by a fireside chat featuring Simbelle Productions founder Lauren Melinda and
Last Friday, our incredible volunteer advocates and some of our AlzOC staff had the privilege of visiting elected officials right here in Orange County for the 2026 Alzheimer's Orange County Advocacy Day! We met with the offices of Assemblymember Cottie Petrie-Norris, Assemblymember Laurie Davies, CA Senator Tony Strickland, CA Senator Steven Choi, CA Senator Catherine
“How many of you would go to the moon today?” The question was posed to an audience gathered at the OASIS Senior Center last week by Karen Skipper, a music therapist who was there to lead a brain-stimulating social engagement workshop hosted by Alzheimer’s Orange County as part of its Connect2Culture program. Read about the power
On Saturday, March 15, 2025, over 2,000 walkers gathered at Angel Stadium to take steps toward hope at Walk4ALZ 2025! It was an unforgettable day filled with community spirit, heartfelt moments, and meaningful support for those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia in Orange County. Top Fundraising Teams A huge shoutout to our top teams
Alzheimer’s Orange County’s biggest event of the year is just a few days away! Join us on Saturday, March 15 at Angel Stadium for Walk4ALZ, our annual Alzheimer's walk. Review these tips and day-of reminders to make sure you’re ready for the event. Weather Saturday is forecasted to be partly sunny, but cooler temperatures are
Alzheimer’s Orange County had the chance to interview long time walker Dale Worell to talk about why he walks and why Walk4ALZ has become such a meaningful event for him. Can you describe how you first got involved with Walk4ALZ? “My mother had Alzheimer's, and she always was a walker. She was in Fullerton
Editor's note: The text below was adapted from a letter addressed to Alzheimer’s Orange County. My name is Tina Hernandez and my niece's name is Kandi Ortega. Together, we have walked over II years straight and hopefully, if we stay well, in another month or two we will have accomplished 8 thousand miles! What kept
Behind every step, behind every walker, there is a story. For Jessica Cimarusti, her Walk4ALZ story began over two decades ago when she first started participating in the walk. “I first got involved in the walk after my father was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. I wanted to learn more about resources available and be with others
