Author Archives: Jeff Borghoff

About Jeff Borghoff

In March of 2016, at the age of 51, I was diagnosed with Younger Onset / Early-Stage Alzheimer’s Disease. Since my diagnosis, I have been working with great passion as an Alzheimer's disease advocate. I served on the board of directors for the Greater NJ chapter and as an Alzheimer’s Congressional Team member and NJ State Advocacy Champion. I am also a Patient Advisor Early Intervention Systems, Inc.

Purple Dreams

I would hardly ever dream, at least I very rarely remembered my dreams. Since my Alzheimer’s diagnosis I’ve been dreaming frequently and vividly. I take Donepezil (also known by the brand name Aricept) as a treatment for Alzheimer’s Disease. According … Continue reading

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Political Alzheimer’s

I grew up with my father telling me voting is a privilege that is earned and if I care about this country I will vote. He never told me how to vote, only that it’s a civic duty and that if … Continue reading

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To Drive Or Not To Drive

For a person newly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, especially a person with Early-Stage or younger onset, the topic of whether or not to drive can be a very hard one to work through. Alzheimer’s disease can effect our balance, motor skills, … Continue reading

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Caregiver Task Force: Assembly, No. 1463 – Thank You

Dear Assemblywoman Lampitt, Mosquera, Huttle, Pinkin and Assemblymen Danielsen and Eustace, + I’m Including Assemblywoman Gove and Assemblymen Rumpf, Wolfe, McGuckin, Dancer, Clifton, Kean and Rible as they represent Ocean County where I live. My name is Jeff Borghoff. I … Continue reading

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Vision and Renewal

The following are some notable points I gleaned from Jim George’s book “A Leader After God’s Own Heart: 15 Ways to Lead with Strength.”  I highly recommend the book for Christian and secular leaders alike.  The book is a study … Continue reading

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