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\nThe gala gathering raised $15,220 for the Alzheimer\u2019s Association, which supports research and services to combat Alzheimer\u2019s disease and other dementias.<\/p>\n
SEATTLE, Wash., Feb. 23, 2017 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — A colorful event brightened a long-term care convention on January 14 at the Sheraton Seattle Hotel. Over 100 participants wore purple capes as \u201cwizards\u201d to help \u201ckill the wicked witch of Alzheimer\u2019s,\u201d the mind-robbing disease that afflicts millions. Their company, ACSIA Partners, is one of America\u2019s largest long-term care insurance agencies.<\/p>\n
\nThe gala gathering raised $15,220 for the Alzheimer\u2019s Association, which supports research and services to combat Alzheimer\u2019s disease and other dementias.<\/p>\n
This is the second year that ACSIA Partners has supported the Alzheimer\u2019s Association. They raised a similar amount last year at their conference in Austin, Texas.<\/p>\n
Why is the company so concerned with Alzheimer\u2019s?<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s one of the biggest reasons people need long-term care,\u201d says Denise Gott, CEO. \u201cAccording to the Society of Actuaries, about 25 percent of LTC insurance claims are due to the disease. And one in nine Americans age 65 and older are afflicted, according to the Alzheimer\u2019s Association. And the rate jumps to one in three for those 85 and older. That\u2019s huge.\u201d<\/p>\n
This puts a big burden on American households. \u201cFamilies must be prepared to care for those who, for mental reasons, can no longer care for themselves,\u201d Gott points out. \u201cIt\u2019s a serious national issue.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re proud to contribute to the Alzheimer\u2019s Association,\u201d says Gott. \u201cWe\u2019re also glad we can make a difference directly, through our company\u2019s services.\u201d<\/p>\n
When the disease advances, a loved one may forget where they are or when to eat, or have trouble going to the bathroom, Gott points out. \u201cFamily members must care for them personally unless a long-term care financial solution is in place — some way of paying for professional caregiving.\u201d<\/p>\n
A sound plan can ease the burden, which can include lifestyle stresses and diminished earning capacity.<\/p>\n