Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive condition that slowly causes problems with memory and changes in behavior, is still often viewed as a normal ageing process. The lack of awareness and local’s belief in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, prevent people from getting a proper diagnosis and treatment. Jurnal Alzheimer is a platform to collect stories from Alzheimer’s disease caregivers as a part of awareness-raising effort.
The Jurnal Alzheimer physical kit is designed as an outreach program to help facilitate caregivers living in the rural areas in Yogyakarta, to collect their stories