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VI CONCLUSION

The need for urgency is clear as the number
of people affected by Alzheimer’s and other
dementias continues to rise. A quick and
strategic collaboration between public health
and public and private partners could prevent
cognitive health and other issues of aging from
consuming our healthcare system. Productivity,
independence, and quality of life for millions of
Americans depend on the nation’s collective
ability to promote cognitive health, address
cognitive impairment for people living in the
community, and help meet the needs
of caregivers.

Progress will require collaboration across sectors
and by state and local agencies to improve
systems and enhance service delivery in each
and every community. This Road Map is a
resource to assist with leveraging sustained
partnerships to implement actions in addressing
the Alzheimer’s crisis. •

Conclusion

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