2025 Regular Session ENROLLED
SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 48
BY SENATOR MCMATH
A RESOLUTION
To designate May 6, 2025, as Alzheimer's and Related Dementias Awareness Day at the
Louisiana State Capitol.
WHEREAS, Alzheimer's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative brain disorder
which robs individuals of their memories, leads to significant mental and physical
impairments, and impacts caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimer's; and
WHEREAS, the Alzheimer's Association is leading the way to end Alzheimer's and
all other dementias by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early
detection, and maximizing quality care and support; and
WHEREAS, Alzheimer's and Related Dementias Awareness Day serves as an
opportunity to educate Louisiana residents on Alzheimer's and dementia, support those
affected by the disease, and take proactive measures to maintain brain health; and
WHEREAS, Alzheimer's disease is a public health crisis in Louisiana; and
WHEREAS, 95,000 Louisiana adults aged 65 and older are living with Alzheimer's
and 13.6% of people aged 45 and older have subjective cognitive decline; and
WHEREAS, 168,000 caregivers are providing 256,000,000 hours of unpaid care at
a value of $3,428,000,000; and
WHEREAS, it is important to recognize the stories, strengths, and efforts of
individuals, advocates, families, and caregivers impacted by Alzheimer's disease.
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Senate of the Legislature of Louisiana
does hereby designate May 6, 2025, as Alzheimer's and Related Dementias Awareness Day
at the Louisiana State Capitol.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution be transmitted to the
executive director of the Alzheimer's Association, Louisiana Chapter.
PRESIDENT OF THE SENATE
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