The Walk to End Alzheimer’s annual event is here! Come and join us in support of those who are struggling with Alzheimer’s or Dementia, those who have lost a loved one to the diseases, individuals that currently care for someone with the diseases, and/or to help raise awareness, further research, and support! Safety protocols will be in effect, such as, physical distancing, requirement of masks, contactless registration, hand sanitizing stations, and more. 

When: 

This Saturday, October 9th, 2021

Scheduled events:

The walking route will open at 9 am. → The Flower Ceremony will begin at 9:30 a.m. → The walking route will close at 10:30 a.m.

Where will the walk take place:

Grover Nelson Park  2070 Zoo Lane Abilene, TX 79602

Length of walk: 

Roughly 2 miles (2 laps)

  • Blue represents someone living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia
  • Purple is for those who have lost someone to the disease.
  • Yellow represents someone who is currently supporting or caring for a person living with Alzheimer’s.
  • Orange is for those who support the cause and the Association’s vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.

 

If you have any questions please contact:

Kristin Bishop  (325.672.2907)  abilenewalk@alz.org   Or visit: https://act.alz.org/

To register please visit act.alz.org

 

This information is brought to you by the Alzheimer’s Association, Walk to End Alzheimer’s