CPALZ

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No one should navigate early onset dementia alone. Support is our greatest asset

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What is Early Onset Alzheimer’s

Early-onset Alzheimer’s is a type of Alzheimer’s disease that affects people before age 65—sometimes as early as their 40s or 50s. It causes memory loss, confusion, and difficulty with everyday tasks. Because it develops earlier in life, it can affect careers, family responsibilities, and financial stability. While there is no cure, treatment and support can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

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CPALZ Origin & History

The Piccirillo Foundation dba CPalz was born out of a deeply personal journey that began with subtle, easily dismissed changes. In 2024, my wife, Christen, started showing unusual sleeping patterns, which I initially overlooked. The turning point came one late night when I was driving to pick up our son from an unfamiliar location. My car dashboard suddenly went dead, and it also did something to my cell phone that made it go dead, leaving me stranded. I borrowed a gas station phone to call home, knowing she typically goes to bed around 9:30 PM, but after four or five attempts, she didn’t wake up or answer...