Alzheimers North Carolina Inc. Supporting North Carolina Families Dealing with Alzheimers Disease

Sue Scoggins Painter, Writer, Caregiver

sarah@111creative.com (Sarah Litty) — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 18:17:13 +0000

A person’s responsibilities when their spouse is experiencing the effects of a serious medical condition can be overwhelming. Financial and socialization are all areas where the spouse takes on more of less than is healthy. Sue Scoggins is the wife of a man with Alzheimer’s disease in our area. Two vices keep this one-of-a-kind lady on an even keel; artwork and an internet blog. Sue started her blog to support others in similar situations. It serves as a lighthouse for others lost in the haze of frustration related to coping with Alzheimer’s disease. She shares personal stories of sadness and triumph that inspire reflection and laughter.

“It’s like walking a tight rope. When the acrobat is carrying his partner, balance is the key to making it across to the other side.”

Mrs. Scoggins’ second outlet has been with a paintbrush and canvas. Nurturing her artistic talent and interest from earlier in her life has provided energy and diversion from her husband’s cognitive losses. Her clever entries are accompanied by images of her latest paintings.

To read more of Mrs. Scoggins’ entries or to see more of her artwork you can visit her blog at:

http://suescoggins.com/blog/

Alzheimer's Walks

sarah@111creative.com (Sarah Litty) — Fri, 26 Mar 2010 18:25:46 +0000

Click HERE to REGISTER NOW FOR A WALK NEAR YOU!

Alzheimer's Walk Triangle - Saturday, October 2nd Click here to see our sponsors.
Alzheimer's Walk Fayetteville - Saturday, October 2nd
Alzheimer's Walk Sanford - Saturday, October 2nd
Capt'n Bills "A Day to Remember" Annual Volleyball Tournament - Wilmington, Saturday, October 9th
Alzheimer's Walk Greenville - Saturday, October 9th
Alzheimer's Walk Laurinburg - Saturday, October 9th
Alzheimer's Walk Rocky Mount - Saturday, October 9th
Alzheimer's Walk Washington - Saturday, October 9th
Alzheimer's Walk Goldsboro - Saturday, October 16th
Alzheimer's Walk Lumberton - Saturday, October 16th
Alzheimer's Walk New Bern - Saturday, November 13th
Alzheimer's Walk Wilmington – Saturday, November 13th
Alzheimer's Walk Tarboro - Sunday, November 14th
MORE walk locations to be announced!

Be there in Spirit as a Virtual Walker!
Click to make a general donation to Alzheimer's Walk

New Name. Same Mission.

sarah@111creative.com (Sarah Litty) — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 16:01:19 +0000

After serious consideration the Board of Directors of the former Eastern North Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association decided that it was in the best interest of those residing in North Carolina to disaffiliate from the National Alzheimer’s Association to become Alzheimers North Carolina, Inc.. A different name but the same mission, the same programs and services, the same concern for those dealing with Alzheimer’s disease, the same location and the same staff that have served North Carolinians in Eastern North Carolina for a quarter of a century—only the name is different. From the Triangle to the Coast of North Carolina (51 of North Carolina’s 100 counties) we have served individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, their families and professional caregivers for the past 28 years. We hope you our volunteers, donors and families will support our decision to utilize the funding entrusted to us to meet the needs of those needing our services in North Carolina.

Find a Support Group

sarah@111creative.com (Sarah Litty) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 18:29:41 +0000

Alzheimers North Carolina, Inc runs support groups in counties all over Eastern North Carolina! Find a support group near you...