Community
The University of Colorado (CU) Alzheimer's and Cognition Center enjoys strong relationships with community members and community partners who also strive to help people with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and Down syndrome.
Alzheimer's Association
The CU Alzheimer's and Cognition Center has worked closely for many years with the Alzheimer's Association. Recently, the Alzheimer's Association's Part the Cloud Initiative chose us as one of four research sites around the world to receive a $1 million grant. We are using this funding to carry out a 24-week safety trial of sargramostim.
The Alzheimer's Association is leading source of information and support for people living with Alzheimer's disease, and each year they publish the latest facts and figures about Alzheimer's disease and other causes of dementia. In Colorado, more than 65,000 people are living with the disease, and the Colorado Chapter offers information and support statewide for these individuals, their families and care partners.
Community Advisory Councils
At the University of Colorado Alzheimer's and Cognition Center (CUACC), we are proud to partner with two dedicated community advisory groups: the CU Healthy Brain Community Advisory Board (CAB) and the CUACC Alzheimer’s Advisory Council. These groups bring together individuals with lived experience, caregivers, and community advocates to guide our research, outreach, and education efforts. While each council meets independently throughout the year, they come together annually to share insights and collaborate on shared goals. Their guidance ensures our work remains grounded in the communities we serve.
Global Down Syndrome Foundation
The Global Down Syndrome Foundation is a public non-profit 501(c)(3) dedicated to significantly improving the lives of people with Down syndrome through research, Medical Care, Education and Advocacy. The Global Down Syndrome Foundation created and organizes the Be Beautiful Be Yourself Fashion Show, which is the single-largest annual fundraiser benefiting people with Down syndrome, and which directly supports the research conducted through the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome. The CU Alzheimer's and Cognition Center works closely with the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome because of the relationship between Down syndrome and Alzheimer's disease.
Courtesy Global Down Syndrome Foundation