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Board proclaims June Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month; local advocate shares caregiving story
Summary
Madera County presented a proclamation recognizing Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month; Mario/Mari Pena of the Alzheimer's Association and local advocate Bob Gray spoke about caregiver support, early testing and a regional awareness walk.
The Board of Supervisors presented a proclamation on June 23 recognizing June as Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month and accepted remarks from the Alzheimer's Association and a local caregiver advocate.
"My name is Mari Pena, regional director for the Alzheimer's Association for the Fresno region," the speaker told the board and described the association's local helpline and programs. Advocate Bob Gray shared a personal account of caring for a spouse diagnosed with early‑onset Alzheimer's and urged families to seek support and early diagnostics, noting advances such as blood tests that can identify markers early.
Board members offered praise and thanked the association and volunteers for their work; staff and public were invited to the regional walk at Woodward Park in October to raise funds and awareness.
The board presented the proclamation and invited stakeholders to coordinate outreach and support services locally.
