HR1892: HR1892 Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month; September 2026; recognize

This resolution does not change any Georgia law. It is a formal statement from the House of Representatives recognizing September 2026 as Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month. The text describes Alzheimer's disease as a progressive brain disorder affecting memory and daily functioning, notes that roughly 10 to 12 percent of adults 65 and older live with Alzheimer's or another form of dementia, and highlights the strain the disease places on caregivers and families. The resolution points to Clayton County's Dementia-Friendly Clayton Initiative and the work of Clayton County Senior Services as examples of local efforts to support people with dementia. It resolves that the House recognizes the awareness month and directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available to the public and the press.

• Formally recognizes September 2026 as Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month in a House resolution, without changing any statute.
• States facts about Alzheimer's disease and dementia's prevalence among adults 65 and older, particularly in Clayton County.
• Highlights Clayton County's Dementia-Friendly Clayton Initiative and the work of Clayton County Senior Services as local efforts worth noting.
• Directs the Clerk of the House of Representatives to prepare and distribute copies of the resolution to the public and press.

The resolution speaks to people living with Alzheimer's disease or dementia and their caregivers and families, with particular attention to Clayton County residents, Clayton County Senior Services, and community organizations involved in the Dementia-Friendly Clayton Initiative.

Because this is a ceremonial resolution, it creates no new legal requirements or funding. Its practical effect is symbolic: it publicly acknowledges Alzheimer's disease's toll on families and caregivers and spotlights Clayton County's dementia-friendly community efforts.

• The whereas clauses describe Alzheimer's disease as a progressive, irreversible brain disorder and the most common form of dementia.
• The resolution cites an estimate that 10-12 percent of adults 65 and older have Alzheimer's or another dementia, with emphasis on Clayton County.
• It references the Dementia-Friendly Clayton Initiative's goal of creating supportive environments across healthcare, transportation, public safety, and businesses.
• The resolving clause designates September 2026 as Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month.
• A further resolving clause directs the Clerk of the House to make copies available for distribution to the public and press.

1. 2026-03-31House Second Readers (House)
2. 2026-03-27House First Readers (House)
3. 2026-03-25House Hopper (House)

• Rhonda Burnough (D, HD-077)Primary sponsor
• Sandra Scott (D, HD-076)
• Eric Bell (D, HD-075)
• Robert Flournoy (D, HD-074)
• Kim Schofield (D, HD-063)

• Alzheimer's disease
• dementia awareness
• Clayton County
• senior services
• caregiver support