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HR 167: Alzheimer's Awareness Day in Georgia; February 6, 2025; recognize

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House Resolution 167

By: Representatives Cooper of the 45th, Silcox of the 53rd, Donatucci of the 105th, LaHood of the 175th, and Dempsey of the 13th

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing February 6, 2025, as Alzheimer's Awareness Day in Georgia; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Alzheimer's disease is the most common cause of dementia, accounting for 60 to 80 percent of dementia cases; and

WHEREAS, Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging; it is a progressive brain disease that gets worse over time and is the seventh leading cause of death in Georgia; and

WHEREAS, because Alzheimer's disease is accompanied by memory loss, changes in personality and behavior, and a tendency to wander, individuals with this disease are at an increased risk for accidental injury, getting lost, and being abused, neglected, and exploited; and

WHEREAS, more than 188,000 Georgians over age 65 are living with Alzheimer's disease, and an estimated 374,000 family caregivers provide approximately 755 million hours of unpaid care valued at more than $11 billion; and

WHEREAS, caregiving for individuals with Alzheimer's disease often takes an enormous toll on family members; caregivers themselves often suffer more stress, depression, and health problems than caregivers of people with other illnesses; and

WHEREAS, an increasing number of individuals are developing younger-onset Alzheimer's disease, a form of the disease that occurs prior to age 65 and can be particularly difficult on family dynamics and economics due to its early occurrence; and

WHEREAS, there is an economic impact of Alzheimer's disease upon the business, medical, and caregiver communities of Georgia; and

WHEREAS, it is abundantly fitting and proper that the State of Georgia and the Georgia Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association commit a day to increasing awareness of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias to address the needs of this growing segment of Georgia's population.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize February 6, 2025, as Alzheimer's Awareness Day in Georgia.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make appropriate copies of this resolution available for distribution to the public and the press.