The Alzheimer’s Association is inviting Acadiana residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Sept. 16 at Blackham Coliseum in Lafayette.
Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s participants will complete a 2-mile walk and will learn about Alzheimer’s disease, advocacy opportunities, clinical studies enrollment and support programs and services from the Alzheimer’s Association. Walk participants will also join in a meaningful tribute ceremony to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
“Finding our first survivor is our top priority. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Acadiana puts us one step closer to this goal. We’re raising awareness about this disease and also raising money to advance a cure,” said Christine Payton, 2017 Event Chair. “We invite everyone in Acadiana to join us on Saturday, Sept. 16.”
In addition, participants will enjoy children’s activities, food, and music.
More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, the sixth-leading cause of death in the U.S. and the only disease among the top 10 causes that cannot be cured, prevented or even slowed. Additionally, more than 15 million family and friends provide care to people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias in the U.S. In Louisiana alone, there are more than 85,000 people living with the disease and 232,000 caregivers.
Sign up as a Team Captain, join a team or register to walk as an individual at alz.org/walk.
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. The Association’s mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Visit alz.org or call 800-272-3900.
