Alzheimer's Association, National Capital Area Chapter

As part of a nationwide network of Chapters, the Alzheimer's Association^®, National Capital Area Chapter provides help and hope to half a million people impacted by Alzheimer's and related disorders - those diagnosed, their families and care partners - including approximately 80,000 people with dementia in the District of Columbia, suburban Maryland and Northern Virginia. The Chapter provides the following services: counseling, information and education for families and caregivers; support groups; Safe Return; training for professionals; community education; and government advocacy on the state and local levels.

The Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter is a tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, donor-supported organization. Programs and services are made possible through contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations. Seventy-eight percent of chapter expenditures go toward providing programs and services for the metropolitan D.C. region.