Art & Alzheimers: Dementia Awareness through Visual Storytelling

In 2006, Gina Martin's mother, Diane, was diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's Disease and died 5 years later. In a tragic yet poetic twist of fate, her father died 3 months later on his birthday of a "broken heart".

To honor her parents and raise awareness about dementia, Gina created the Bob and Diane Fund, which grants a $5,000 award each November to an artist depicting the dementia journey through the lens of photography.

Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll learn from my interview with Gina Martin:

About Gina Martin & the Bob and Diane Fund

Gina Martin was a dementia daughter until 2011 when her mom with early onset Alzheimer's Disease passed away followed by the sudden passing of her father 3 months later. In memory of her parents and as a professional in the world of visual storytelling for 21 years at National Geographic, Gina created the Bob and Diane Fund to provide grants to photographers depicting the experience of living with a dementia disorder.

The Bob and Diane Fund Grantees

Still Living Contest (2019): Life through the lens of dementia

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