Alzheimer's Walk
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research.
What is Alzheimer's?
Alzheimer's is a type of dementia that affects memory, thinking and behavior. Symptoms eventually grow severe enough to interfere with daily tasks. Alzheimer's disease accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases. Alzheimer's is not a normal part of aging. The greatest known risk factor is increasing age, and the majority of people with Alzheimer's are 65 and older.
Today, Alzheimer's is at the forefront of biomedical research. Researchers are working to uncover as many aspects of Alzheimer's disease and other dementias as possible. Some of the most remarkable progress has shed light on how Alzheimer's affects the brain.
How HOSA participates:
Sign up to volunteer at Peachtree City's Walk to End Alzheimers. Various volunteer positions are available throughout the day, such as setting up the materials necessary for the walk, signing walkers in, handing out t-shirts, giving out snacks, and more.
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Email CJ Mckenna if you have any questions.
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When is the walk?
October 5th 2024
