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Thousands battle Alzheimer's in Gaston
A Gaston County feature profiles Mrs. Garland and her husband mayor James Garland as they navigate mild Alzheimer's diagnosed a year and a half ago. The article details family adjustments, care roles, and moves to Covenant Village, plus local statistics and support resources from the Alzheimer's Association Southern Piedmont Chapter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garland
James “Jick” Garland
Gastonia
Gaston
Mrs. Garland
Woods Garland Potts
Mrs. Morris
Potts
Alzheimer’s Association Board
Momma
Covenant Village
Selena McCarter
Gaston Department of Social Services
Alzheimer’s Association Southern Piedmont
Charlotte
Centralian Council of Governments
Gail Linker
Alzheimer’s Association
Ms. Linker
Ms. McCarter
Brian Center
Linker