Project Preserve, initiated by Homestead High School students, aims to combat the stigma surrounding dementia by raising awareness and advocating for critical legislation. Collaborating with the Alzheimer's Association, the students interviewed families affected by Alzheimer's Disease and turned their findings into advocacy for crucial acts, which secured federal funding for Alzheimer's research. Additionally, they launched a podcast, 'The Mind Matters,' and created 'Brain Boggle,' an interactive platform to enhance cognitive skills. Their endeavors reached thousands, making a significant impact in both education and policy change for dementia care.
Led by Arhan Chakravarthy and Samik Thakur, Project Preserve was created to address the impact of dementia in their community and drive meaningful change.
Advocating for these congressional acts ensured that dementia research and care would continue to receive the attention and funding it deserves.
Through interviews with over 80 families affected by Alzheimer's Disease, the students uncovered a shared need for better support systems, increased research funding, and stronger community awareness.
They also built Brain Boggle, an interactive platform where people can exercise their cognitive skills through games and track their progress.
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