Today we heard from the Alzheimer's Association. Niki Rubarth is the Regional Director for the Northern Nevada.  While Alzheimer's can strike anyone, it is more prevalent in women, and in Black and Hispanic Americans.  Researchers are looking at why this is.

Over the past few years there have been some advancements in diagnoses and treatment of Alzheimer's including a blood test and infusion drugs that can slow the progression.

Niki pointed out that there are a number of factors that can impact brain health including being a non-smoker, eating healthy foods, sleeping well, controlling blood pressure and challenging your mind.

The Alzheimer's Association offers a number of services in Northern Nevada including a 24/7 helpline (800-272-3900), providing educational programs and support programs, and referrals for memory care, and respite care.

Niki also promoted the Walk to End Alzheimer's which is on October 18th at the Sparks Marina.

President Elect Dave presented President Berry with a banner from the Rotary Club of Tokyo Hiroo, which is the only bilingual English - Japanese club in Japan

Chris Jones is the Nevada Promise Scholarship Coordinator at Truckee Meadows Community College.  The Promise Scholarship is funded by the Nevada Legislature and covers per credit fees and technology fees at any Nevada System of Higher Education community college.  Any Nevada resident who has a high school diploma (or equivalent) is eligible to receive the scholarship.   Students who receive the three year scholarship are required to meet with a mentor, attend an orientation session, and complete 8 hours of community service per semester.    There are no income or GPA requirements to receive a Promise Scholarship.

The Promise Scholarship mentors are volunteers from the community who agree to commit three to five hours per semester to the program.    For additional information go to www.tmcc.edu/nevada-promise-scholarship

Thursday evening District Governor Larry met with the Reno Sunrise Board for an informal club status discussion.   On Friday morning DG Larry joined us for his official club visit. (The District Governor visits all 61 clubs in the district at least once a year.)   DG Larry was joined by Area 8 Assistant Governors Shauna and Reid.

District Governor Larry Harvey started his presentation to the club by presenting Carolyn Abend with the Quiet Rotarian Award.  This award is given annually to a club member who jumps in and does things that need doing.

District Governor Larry Harvey and Foundation Chair Gary Foote presented Shawn with his Paul Harris pin and certificate

District Governor Larry Harvey and Club Foundation Director Gary presented President Berry with his Major Donor Level 1 recognition pin