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Triumph Over Alzheimer's

MySweetWish: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

Dec 13, 2022 3:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Founder Leslie Ann Crozier, “Almost nine years ago, Alzheimer’s touched my life and my family’s life. Watching our mother’s cognitive decline over the years has been a confusing and heartbreaking journey … a journey I know many of you have also experienced. She is now in Heaven, but my mission to serve other is here on … [Read more...] about MySweetWish: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Returns To In-Person Updating And The Carlisle Group’s Surprise $250K Gift

Dec 2, 2022 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Despite the death of her mother on Tuesday, September 6, after an eight-year battle with Alzheimer's, Triumph Over Alzheimer's Founder Leslie Ann Crozier was not slowing down her battle against the disease. If anything, Leslie was even more focused on supporting research and treatments for the debilitating disease. On Wednesday, November 2, she gathered friends and supporters … [Read more...] about Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Returns To In-Person Updating And The Carlisle Group’s Surprise $250K Gift

September 21 Update: Cancellations, Going Virtual And Postponed To 2021

Sep 21, 2020 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

The recent COVID-19 cases have been rising and falling and rising like a hyper cheerleader since September started. But most folks are too busy trying to adjust to the new world of education. Pity the parents who are having to make the Solomon decision on how to school their youngster(s) and/or whether extra-curricular activities are all systems go or no-go. In the meantime, … [Read more...] about September 21 Update: Cancellations, Going Virtual And Postponed To 2021

MySweetWishList: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

Dec 23, 2019 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Founder Leslie Ann Crozier, “My initial wish is simple-that Alzheimer’s disease would go away.  But, since that is probably not going to happen in 2020, there are some thoughts to ponder.  Here are some startling facts that demonstrate the why we should all be concerned: “Last year, someone died every 66 seconds with Alzheimer’s … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Features A Rock-Star Researcher, Actress Mariel Hemingway — And Reason For Optimism

Nov 26, 2019 9:30 AM by Glenn Hunter

Dr. Rudy Tanzi, a "rock-star" Alzheimer's researcher, looked very happy during an appearance at Leslie Ann Crozier's Triumph Over Alzheimer's 2019 International Forum and Dinner in Dallas on Tuesday, October 22. That very day, it seems, news reports had circulated about the surprising early-trial success of a new Alzheimer's disease drug called aducanumab. The reports were said … [Read more...] about Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Features A Rock-Star Researcher, Actress Mariel Hemingway — And Reason For Optimism

JUST IN: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner To Have Mariel Hemingway On Board For The Sold-Out Fundraiser

Oct 21, 2019 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

Leslie Ann Crozier and Katherine Wynne have a double doozy of a win for Tuesday night’s Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum and Dinner at the Bush Center. First of all, it seems that Leslie has become a good friend of Mariel Hemingway, who years ago had had a Dallas restaurant named after her — Sam’s Cafe — when her former husband, Stephen Crisman, was serving up … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner To Have Mariel Hemingway On Board For The Sold-Out Fundraiser

MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

Aug 28, 2019 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Founder Leslie Ann Crozier, The statistics are startling. Alzheimer’s is the sixth leading cause of death in America and is perhaps the costliest disease in medical history with an estimated tab of more than $1.1 trillion over the next several decades. Triumph Over Alzheimer’s, a non-profit organization, was founded to raise funds … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Key Supporters Party In The Clouds Before Settling Down To Work At The Conservatory

Aug 2, 2019 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

There are definite perks to being on a committee. And that point was made perfectly clear on Tuesday, June 25, when Leslie Ann Crozier had a gathering of the Triumph Over Alzheimer’s top-tier supporters, like Todd Terry, Carol Hall, Bev Bowman and Dr. Roger Rosenberg, at her high-rise nest before attending a kick-off meeting in The Conservatory. When one guest asked … [Read more...] about Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Key Supporters Party In The Clouds Before Settling Down To Work At The Conservatory

2019 Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Plans And New Ambassadors Revealed

Jul 5, 2019 5:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

Leslie Ann Crozier rallied her Triumph Over Alzheimer’s (TOA) inner circle for a “Private Preview Party" on Wednesday, May 22, at the Plaza at Turtle Creek Residences’ Conservatory. In addition to longtime supporters like WFAA’s Pete Delkus, Dr. Mark Goldberg, Millie and Dr. Ken Cooper, Ramona Jones, Carol Seay, Jimmy Westcott, Billie Leigh Rippey with Paige Locke, Bobbie Sue … [Read more...] about 2019 Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Forum And Dinner Plans And New Ambassadors Revealed

MySweetWishList: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

Dec 24, 2018 1:30 PM by Jeanne Prejean

According Triumph Over Alzheimer’s Founder Leslie Ann Crozier, “Recently, with the help of our caretakers we were able to get my 90-year old mother and her wheelchair to Santa’s workshop, and have her join me on Santa’s lap for a photograph. Mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s five years ago by Dr. Roger Rosenberg.   While it was a lighthearted moment, that experience … [Read more...] about MySweetWishList: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

Aug 30, 2018 9:30 AM by Jeanne Prejean

According to Triumph Over Alzheimer Founder Leslie Ann Crozier, In January of 2017, Harvard University’s Dr. Rudy Tanzi, in Forbes magazine, said “Alzheimer’s will be the biggest epidemic in medical history. I’m shocked that people are not panicked about what this disease is going to do to the country.” Ten months later, in the same publication, Dr. Tanzi asserted that … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Opportunity: Triumph Over Alzheimer’s

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