Alzheimer's Association Walk Raises More Than $22K
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WINONA LAKE – Hundreds of Warsaw residents joined the Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s and united in a movement to reclaim the future for millions Saturday at Winona Lake Senior Center. Totals are being finalized, but initial numbers indicate that participants raised more than $22,500 to fund Alzheimer's care, support and research programs. “I was inspired by Warsaw residents uniting in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease at Walk to End Alzheimer’s,” said Heather Hershberger, Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter executive director. “With funds raised, the Alzheimer’s Association will be able to provide much-needed care and support to people affected by the disease as well as fund critically needed Alzheimer’s research.” Walk participants completed the one-mile walk and learned more about Alzheimer’s disease and the association’s role in fighting it, including the latest about Alzheimer’s research and clinical trials, how they can become involved in advocacy efforts at home and in Washington, D.C., and the association’s support programs and services. The event also included a tribute to those who have experienced or are experiencing Alzheimer’s. Alzheimer’s disease is a growing epidemic and is now the nation’s sixth-leading cause of death, according to the association. As baby boomers age, the number of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease will rapidly increase well beyond today's more than 5 million Americans living with Alzheimer's. In Indiana alone, there are more than 120,000 people living with Alzheimer’s. For more information or to make a donation, visit alz.org/Indiana or call 800-272-3900.
