Lawmakers Wear Purple for Alzheimer’s Advocacy Day in Illinois

Lawmakers and advocates wore purple on March 25 to mark the Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter's 2026 Day of Action, an annual event focused on raising awareness and pushing for stronger dementia-related policies across the state.

The effort comes as Alzheimer's disease continues to affect a growing number of families in Illinois. More than 250,000 Illinois residents are currently living with the disease, underscoring the need for policies that support patients, caregivers, and long-term planning.

By wearing purple, participants highlighted both the urgency of the issue and the importance of continued legislative action to improve the lives of people affected by Alzheimer's and other dementias.