Tim Perkins – Volunteer of the Year Award Recipient

The Lewy Body Dementia Association 2023 Volunteer of the Year is Tim Perkins.

Each year, LBDA recognizes a volunteer who exemplifies a deep commitment to advancing our mission of education, outreach, and support for those affected by Lewy Body Dementia, their caregivers and families. For 2023, we are thrilled to honor Tim Perkins as our Volunteer of the Year.

Tim has been a Lewy Buddy since 2022, offering support and guidance to many individuals navigating the challenges of an LBD diagnosis. His journey with Lewy Body Dementia began eight years ago, and he vividly recalls the day his life changed. “It was a Wednesday,” Tim reflects. “Our whole world stopped.” He was advised against searching for information online, a suggestion he admits he ignored. “That was the first thing I did when I got home!” he laughs.

Tim’s initial internet search led him to LBDA’s website and eventually to attending one of the support groups. This small group of people who knew what he was facing provided him with resources, information and was a tremendous source of comfort at an uncertain time. “My whole world changed that hour…I was so scared, but by the time I left, I was no longer scared, and I have not been scared since.”

In the LBDA support group, Tim learned he could lead a full and meaningful life with Lewy Body Dementia. This includes maintaining a healthy lifestyle through diet, sleep, and exercise, but Tim believes having a purpose is the most important aspect of living well. “You have to have purpose!” he says earnestly.

Embracing this philosophy, Tim joined LBDA as a Lewy Buddy and has helped many individuals navigate the uncharted waters of LBD. His passion for helping others is evident in his work. “I love helping people and knowing that I am making someone’s day a little easier,” he says. As if on cue his phone rings and another member of the LBDA community is calling.

Please join us in thanking Tim Perkins for his years of service and his unwavering support for LBDA. His commitment to helping others embodies the spirit of our organization and we are proud to recognize him as our 2023 Volunteer of the Year.