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Defining moments have lasting importance - they shape who we are and guide what comes next. As we begin 2026, we want to pause and acknowledge one such defining moment in the history of Alzheimer’s New Jersey®.

The expectations and commitments of the holiday season combined with the responsibilities of caregiving can sometimes turn “the most wonderful time of the year” into the exact opposite. Caring for a loved one with dementia means that the holidays may not feel the same as years prior.

Over 600,000 New Jersey residents are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and other types of dementia. This includes individuals living with the disease and their family members and friends who care for them.

My mom was funny, smart, loving and adored her family. She owned and operated a very successful business when moms were mostly homemakers. She was a religious schoolteacher. She was ahead of her time.

Caring for someone with Alzheimer’s at home can be rewarding but also overwhelming. Adult Day Centers offer families an option that can supplement care at home. Adult Day Centers provide structured support for loved ones with Alzheimer’s disease and much-needed respite for caregivers.

While older age is the greatest risk factor for developing Alzheimer’s disease, a less common form of the disease, known as young-onset or early-onset Alzheimer’s, can develop in those under the age of 65. Affecting 5-6% of all people...