Coverage dated October 14, 2026

Longtime civic leader Lee Pelton reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis in personal essay

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Pelton’s essay comes more than one month after he officially stepped down as president and CEO of The Boston Foundation.

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The Boston Globe
I have Alzheimer’s disease. Here’s what I’d like you to know. (opens The Boston Globe)
Published Oct 14, 2026
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An essay by Lee Pelton, the former president and CEO of The Boston Foundation.
GBH News
Longtime civic leader Lee Pelton reveals Alzheimer's diagnosis in personal essay (opens GBH News)
Published Oct 14, 2026
GBH News's feed description
Pelton’s essay comes more than one month after he officially stepped down as president and CEO of The Boston Foundation.