Supporting Caregivers & Brain Health

Register today to join us for this free African American community education event, a powerful, culturally grounded experience designed to support, affirm, and empower Black and African American individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.

Whether you are currently caregiving, planning for the future, or taking steps to protect your brain health, this event offers meaningful tools, connection, and support. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged.

Alzheimer’s and other dementias impact Black Americans across the lifespan—not only in older age.

• While 21.3% of Black Americans age 70 and older are living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, risk often begins earlier due to midlife factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, depression, hearing loss, and limited access to preventive care.
• According to the Alzheimer’s Association, changes in the brain related to Alzheimer’s can begin 20 years or more before symptoms appear. This makes early education, awareness, and access to resources especially important for caregivers and families—so they can recognize warning signs, plan ahead, and take steps that may help protect brain health.
• Black Americans are about twice as likely as white Americans to develop Alzheimer’s or another dementia, yet are less likely to receive a timely diagnosis and often enter care at later, more advanced stages.
• Early cognitive changes can appear in midlife, with more than 10% of Black adults age 45 and older reporting worsening memory or confusion—yet fewer than half discuss these concerns with a healthcare provider.
• Caregiving responsibilities often begin earlier and fall disproportionately on Black families, who are more likely to provide care without formal support and face barriers to culturally responsive care.

• A deeper understanding of risk across the lifespan
  Learn how dementia risk develops from midlife through older adulthood and how common health conditions impact brain health.
• Culturally relevant strategies to protect brain health
  Discover practical, evidence-based tools rooted in faith, family, food, movement, and community.
• Confidence in caregiving and advocacy
  Build skills to manage stress, navigate healthcare systems, and connect with trusted Alzheimer’s Association resources.
• Connection and community
  Engage with others who share similar experiences and strengthen a network of support grounded in trust and understanding.

This free event is ideal for caregivers, family members, friends, and community members supporting someone living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia—especially within the Indianapolis Black/African American community.

There is no cost to attend, but space is limited. Register today and invite someone who could benefit because no one should navigate this journey alone.

Secure your spot now and take a meaningful step toward knowledge, connection, and hope.

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Zionsville United Methodist Church & Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter