Light the World in Teal is an annual program in November as part of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month. People and places around the world “go teal” to raise awareness and show support for the millions of people affected by Alzheimer’s. Teal is AFA’s Alzheimer’s awareness color.
“Light the World in Teal is a tremendous initiative that demonstrates unity around the world in the battle against Alzheimer’s disease,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s president and CEO. “We are grateful to every site that is helping to shine a spotlight on Alzheimer’s disease through this program. We invite other sites, as well as individuals, to join the more than 350 landmarks that are going teal on Nov. 4.”
Buildings wishing to participate in the initiative can sign up by visiting www.lighttheworldinteal.com.
Families looking for additional information about Alzheimer’s disease or support services can contact AFA’s Helpline at 866-232-8484 or visit www.alzfdn.org.
About Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide and to fund research for better treatment and a cure. Its services include a National Toll-Free Helpline (866-232-8484) staffed by licensed social workers, the National Memory Screening Program, educational conferences and materials, and “AFA Partners in Care” dementia care training for healthcare professionals. For more information about AFA, call 866-232-8484, visit www.alzfdn.org. AFA has earned Charity Navigator’s top 4-star rating for six consecutive years.
