HJR118 Summary

• Proclaims April 30, 2019, as Alabama Alzheimer's Awareness Day to recognize individuals, families, and caregivers affected by Alzheimer's Disease and dementia.

• Commends the Alabama Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association for its work in fighting the disease and advocating for those living with Alzheimer's Disease and dementia.

• Highlights that Alzheimer's Disease is the 6th-leading cause of death in the United States, with approximately 94,000 Alabamians aged 65 and older currently affected, projected to grow to 110,000 by 2025.

• Notes that Alabama's Medicaid program currently spends $896 million on Alzheimer's Disease costs, projected to rise to $1.114 billion by 2025, and that 305,000 Alabama caregivers provide 347 million hours of unpaid care valued at $4.392 billion.

• Encourages all members of the Alabama Legislature to wear purple, the color of Alzheimer's Awareness, on April 30, 2019, in support of those battling the disease.