Milwaukee, WI – The Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Milwaukee County, the 11th largest event of its kind in the nation, will be held on Sunday, September 18 at Henry Maier Festival Park. CV and Van McNeil of B 93.3 will serve as masters of ceremonies to welcome thousands of individuals, families, and members of the corporate and small business community. A moving Promise Garden tribute to all those whose lives have been touched by Alzheimer’s will be followed by a beautiful walk around Lakeshore State Park. On-site registration begins at 8:30 a.m., with the walk starting promptly at 10:00 a.m.
Walkers will enjoy complimentary breakfast, music, team photos, and the Purple Clubhouse activity area featuring family activities, temporary tattoos and a silly Purple selfie station. A caregiver sanctuary will provide resources and relaxation to those caring for individuals with dementia. A special Promise Garden tribute will honor everyone whose lives have been touched by Alzheimer’s.
Walkers will enter the festival grounds at the South Gate and proceed to the Briggs and Stratton stage. Parking is free, courtesy of Milwaukee World Festival.
“This is a great walk by a great lake for a great cause — Frankly, a great opportunity for each of us to help end Alzheimer’s,” said David Simbro, Senior Vice President of Life and Annuity Product at Northwestern Mutual and co-chair of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Thelma Sias, Vice President – Local Affairs at WEC Energy Group and Walk co-chair agreed, saying, “For every step we make, we are stepping to bring an end to Alzheimer’s and its negative impact on families and lives. Walk with us as we bring about that change.” The event is also supported by a committee of local community leaders.
In 2015, nearly $814,000 was raised by the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Milwaukee County to help individuals living with Alzheimer’s and their families access support and services, including the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline, support groups, research, education and training.
HOW TO REGISTER
Participants can register, support another walker and get information online at www.alz.org/walk. For questions or assistance, please call 800-272-3900. Registration can also be done the day of the walks, beginning at 8:30 a.m. The Walk begins at 10:00 a.m.
ABOUT WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S
Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
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 people living with the disease, friends, families, neighbors, caregivers, and business and community leaders.
Together we can end Alzheimer’s – the nation’s sixth-leading cause of death.
SPONSORS
The Alzheimer’s Association of Southeastern Wisconsin thanks the numerous volunteers and sponsors of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, including Edward Jones, the National Presenting Sponsor of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Major sponsors in Southeastern Wisconsin include The Cordon Family Foundation, Martin Schreiber and Associates, We Energies, Allay Home & Hospice, Inc, Baird, and ProHealth Care. Thanks also to our media partner, B93.3 The 80’s to Today.
ABOUT THE ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support and research. Its 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. Its vision is a world without Alzheimer’s. For more information about Alzheimer’s disease and local services in Southeastern Wisconsin, visit www.alz.org/sewi or call the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.
