I received the following press release that I am happy to post —
Teams are Forming Now!
Milwaukee, WI – June 14, 2010 – Teams are forming now for the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk® scheduled for Saturday, September 18, 2010 at Library Park, 900 West Main Street in Lake Geneva. Over 600 people from Walworth and surrounding counties are expected to participate in this year’s event, which will feature both one-mile and three-mile walk routes. In 2009, over $60,000 was raised to help individuals and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease, including the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline, support groups, research, education and training.
The kick-off party for individuals and teams who are planning to participate is on Thursday, July 22nd, 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., at The Highlands of Geneva Crossing, 721 South Curtis Street, Lake Geneva WI. To attend the kick-off party, please contact Wendy Betley, co-chair, at 414-479-8800.
The Alzheimer’s Association’s Memory Walk is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research programs. Held annually in hundreds of communities across the country, this inspiring event calls on volunteers of all ages to become Champions in the fight against Alzheimer’s. Champions include those living with the disease, families, caregivers, corporate and local leaders, who actively support Memory Walk in the community.
Leading the 2010 walk will be local physician, Dr. Britton Kolar, MD, a specialist in Geriatric Medicine. Entertainment will be provided by Petty Thieves, along with a hot-dog cookout, compliments of Stinebrink’s Pick ‘n Save. Key sponsors of this event include Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, the Cordon Family Foundation, and the Mueller Family. The event is being presented by FOX6 News News, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and local radio station 96.1 WLKG.
To register online for the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk in Walworth County go to www.alz.org/sewi and click “Memory Walk.” For questions, please contact the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org/sewi or call 414.479.8800.
The Alzheimer’s Association is a national non-profit organization whose 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. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease and local services visit www.alz.org/sewi or call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.