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Virginia I. Jones Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias Council

Overview

The Virginia I. Jones Alzheimer’s  Disease and Related Dementias (ADRD) Council aims to promote the early detection of dementia and related conditions by increasing awareness and education among healthcare providers. Additionally, supporting quality care for those living with the condition and their caregivers. ​

​Virginia I. Jones was a dedicated public servant and Marylander who ​lived with the devastation of Alzheimer’s Disease for more than two decades. Named in her honor, the) Council was authorized by Senate Bill 679 (2013), Senate Bill 549 (2016), and Senate Bill 522 (2019)building upon the work of the previous ADRD Commission.


​​​Contact Us​

Maryland Department of Health
mdh.cognitivehealth@maryland.gov 

​​Join us for our next quarterly Council meeting:

October 23, 2024, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.​​


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