Local residents participated in this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sunday at Mill Race Park Amphitheater in Columbus.
Participants raised $43,279 — and counting — to advance the care, support and research programs of the Alzheimer’s Association.
“We have made incredible strides in the fight to end this disease, and we won’t stop until there is a cure,” said Xandra Dungan, manager of the Columbus Walk to End Alzheimer’s. “We want to thank each sponsor, team captain, participant and supporter for helping us raise funds to continue advancing research and supporting those who are affected by this disease through free education programs, support groups and our 24/7 helpline.”
More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, a leading cause of death in
the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide care
to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
In Indiana alone, there are more than 110,000 people living with the disease and 216,000 caregivers.
Around-the-clock information and support are available free of charge. Visit alz.org or call the
Alzheimer’s Association helpline at 800-272-3900.
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association has mobilized millions of Americans in the Memory Walk. Now, the organization is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated
to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Its mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementias by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection and maximizing quality care and support.