Tony Hawk talks about Alzheimer’s disease

Skateboarder Tony Hawk posted an emotional account of his 92-year old mother who has Alzheimer’s disease in a social media post Saturday.

The post has been shared more than 10,000 times on Facebook and 4,000 times on Twitter.

This isn’t the first time Hawk has taken to social media to share his mother’s struggle. The skateboarder is honest abou the family caregiver experience and encourages his fans to call their moms and hold fond memories close.

Having a mom with Alzheimer's is like living in a David Lynch film… that sucks.

— Tony Hawk (@tonyhawk) November 16, 2013

My mom riding a rollercoaster at age 80. She's 90 now w/ Alzheimer's. Remember the good years even if your mom can't. pic.twitter.com/XaR7GAOPv7

— Tony Hawk (@tonyhawk) May 11, 2014

My mom has Alzheimer's. She can't speak & rarely remembers us. Contact your mom today. And don't get Alzheimer's. pic.twitter.com/SetQK1GhhP

— Tony Hawk (@tonyhawk) May 10, 2015

Nicole Stempak

Nicole was Senior Editor at I Advance Senior Care and Long Term Living Magazine 2015-2017. She has a Journalism degree from Kent State University and is finalizing a master’s degree in Information Architecture and Management. She has extensive studies in the digital user experience and in branding online media. She has worked as an editor and writer for various B2B publications, including Business Finance.