Tag Archives: Alzheimer’s
2017 AC Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Good morning and thank for the privilege and opportunity to use my voice to speak on behalf of all those living with Alzheimer’s disease. I have been using my mind and voice to fight for awareness and a cure since … Continue reading
Reflections of my Future
When I was a boy, about seven from my recollection, a profound memory was formed. A memory I recall to this day, almost prophetic it feels sometimes. I was visiting my grandparents at their apartment with my dad, they lived … Continue reading
A Day With Today
On June 13th 2017 my family and I had the great pleasure of welcoming the filming staff of the Today show into our home and lives. The filming began at 8am and went late into the evening. I can tell … Continue reading
Reason to Hope
Transcript from Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter Reason to Hope Speech. Good morning and thank you for allowing me to speak to you today. Imagine you are 51 years old. You have a healthy, loving marriage, your young adult kids … Continue reading
Diagnosis & Identity
I had the pleasure of speaking on the topic of Identity at the “Education Session for Advocates Living with Dementia” session at the 2017 Alzheimer’s Advocacy Forum in Washington D.C. Alzheimer’s and other dementias can and will likely change many if not … Continue reading
Why I Walk
2017 Walk To End Alzheimer’s Training Summit Mission Moment – Harrisburg PA I was asked to speak to you today on why I do the Walk to End Alzheimer’s events. When I first considering walking it was part of my … Continue reading
Defense Against Alzheimer’s
Dear Mr. President, I am writing you today to make you aware of a terrorist network that has infiltrated the borders of our great United States. This terrorist network has successfully killed many millions of Americans and is currently holding … Continue reading
Letter to Congressman MacArthur
Hello Congressman MacArthur, My name is Jeff Borghoff. I live in Forked River, NJ in Ocean County. I’m 52 years old and I have younger-onset / early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. Since my diagnosis, in March of 2016, I have been … Continue reading
Flying Numbers
I try to remain as independent as possible even though I can’t drive and need people to drive me places. Next week my wife and I have the pleasure of being the guests of the Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley Chapter’s … Continue reading