Journeys of courage and purpose

Dr. Jeremy Tanner

Researcher

Growing up down the street from his grandparents, Dr. Jeremy Tanner was in high school when he saw his grandmother change as dementia took hold. “It was painful to watch,” he said. “The impact it had on her, but also on my grandfather and our whole family.”

Dr. Jeremy Tanner

Todd Doty

Individual living with Lewy

Before Lewy body dementia (LBD) entered his life, Todd Doty was a successful IBM executive traveling the world and working with major clients. Outside the office, he was raising three children and pursuing his passion of golf, which he played competitively.

Todd Doty

Eliza Smith

Community Fundraiser

Eliza’s grandfather Philip loved fishing, hunting, boating and spending time with his family. When it was time for her to choose her Bat Mitzvah project, 12-year-old Eliza knew she wanted to honor his memory. Having seen the impact of LBD on her family – especially her grandmother, who became Philip’s care partner – she organized a dance-a-thon to raise money for LBDA.

Eliza Smith

Patrick Glithero

Care Partner

Reflecting on more than 30 years of a loving marriage with his wife Nancy, Patrick Glithero describes her as both “my person” and “an anchor for everyone who met her.” She held a degree in special education and worked with people with disabilities.

Patrick Glithero

Everything we do is thanks to people like you.

Lewy body dementia (LBD) is the second most common form of progressive dementia in the United States — yet it remains widely misunderstood and frequently misdiagnosed. The Lewy Body Dementia Association is working to change that. As the leading national organization dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by Lewy body dementia (LBD), we advance research for earlier and more accurate diagnosis, accelerate public awareness of this complex disease, and provide comprehensive education and compassionate support for individuals, care partners and healthcare providers. Through educational programming bringing together cutting-edge science, compassionate care and the power of the lived experience, a nationwide support network, and convening leaders from academia, industry and government to advance diagnostic innovation, we are strengthening both the clinical landscape and the day-to-day experience of families navigating LBD.

Together, we are improving the lives of those affected by Lewy body dementia (LBD) and ensure that no one has to face LBD alone. Please consider making a charitable, tax-deductible donation today.

Learn about LBD

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Education & Support

Find the latest information and research to increase awareness and understanding of LBD.

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LBDA's 2026 Community Webinar Series, Insights, Innovations & Everyday Impact, features a free, monthly webinar to help you live optimally with Lewy.

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