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Gathright Memory Care

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Just over a year ago Todd Gathright's family was given the diagnosis that they both suspected and feared. Todd had a a rare form of early onset Alzheimer's disease that created what's  known as  the Logopenic  variant of Primary Progressive Aphasia. (PPA).  PPA is a neurological syndrome in which language capabilities become slowly and progressively impaired.   

Todd was only 52 at the time and had to stop working as a network engineer.  This left his wife, Diana, financially responsible as sole provider for the family; including their two daughters 14 and 11 years old. 

Through-out this journey they have discovered that while there are resources for Alzheimer's, Todd often falls outside of that assistance due to his young age.   Early Onset Alzheimer's affects people under the age of 65, which is about 200,000 in the population of 5 + million American's who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's.  Finding programs, activities  and interests that are age appropriate for a vibrant, healthy and athletic young man is more difficult than ever anticipated.

Any funds raised would go towards supporting the family with medical bills, assistance for Todd's care while Diana is working, and support and counseling as the  family continues on this journey.


While there is no known cure, there are so many scientists, doctors and researchers working diligently to find a drug that will slow down, stop or ideally reverse the cognitive decline patients suffer.  Colorado is lucky to have a sub specialty clinic at Colorado University Anschutz Medical Campus in Denver.  Not only are there big brains to diagnose complex cases like Todd's, there are clinical trials being run that may offer some hope for one more drug to try.  190 have been brought to market but failed to deliver the goal the Alzheimer's community is looking for - to slay this dragon!!


Thank you for your help, it is deeply appreciated
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  • Petra Schemmann
    • $500
    • 6 yrs
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Organizer and beneficiary

Trish Lucas Hull
Organizer
Louisville, CO
diana gathright
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