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    Memory Walk® at a glance

    When you join the Memory Walk in your community, you are raising funds that directly contribute to better Alzheimer’s support programs and treatments for those affected by this terrible disease.

    Memory Walk, presented by Genworth Financial, is the national signature event of the Alzheimer’s Association, bringing together family, friends, caregivers and concerned community members – all walking to make a difference. Since 1989, Memory Walk has raised amore than $200 million to help those battling Alzheimer’s disease.

    It’s easy to join us: Start you own team by signing up on-line using the links below or by calling 1-800-272-3900 or email Lauren Humphrey

    Choose a walk near you

    Most walks take place during the fall. Choose from a walk below to register or to support a walker.

    2009 Memory Walk Season

    Stark Memory Walk  - October 10, 2009
    Jackson’s North Park
    7660 Fulton - Massillon, Ohio
    Website

    Wooster Memory Walk - September 12, 2009
    Main Street Farmer's Market
    Wooster, Ohio 44691
    Website


    Medina Memory Walk- September 26, 2009
    The Square at Medina
    Medina, Ohio
    Website

    Akron Memory Walk - October 3, 2009
    Blossom Music Center
    1145 W Steels Corners Rd
    Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
    Website

    Boardman Memory Walk - September 12, 2009 
    Community Center in Boardman Park
    375 Boardman-Poland Rd., Boardman Oh, 44512
    Kickoff Event Tuesday June, 30th at Jillian's -  7401 Market St. Southern Park Mall
    Website

    Warren Memory Walk - September 26, 2009
    Perkins Park
    391 Mahoning Ave NW
    Warren, Ohio 44483
    Website

    Tuscararwas County Memory Walk - September 26, 2009
    Dover Park
    Dover, Ohio
    Website

    Coshocton Memory Walk - October 17, 2009
    Kids America 
    1600 Otsego Ave
    Coshocton, Ohio 43812
    Website

    Register your team online today! Every participant that registers before June 5, 2009 will be entitled to an Alzheimer's Association tote. Also, this year there will be contests and prizes for those walkers that are registered online, so make sure you get signed up early to get in on the fun!

    Other ways that you can get involved include; serving on a planning committee, donating a raffle basket for the day of the walk, sponsoring the event, or volunteering the day of the walk. Please contact Lauren Humphrey, Community Development Coordinator at (330) 864-5646 with any questions or for more information!

    Start A Team
    Step forward for your community: Ask your family, friends, neighbors and colleagues to join your team!  Funds raised at Memory Walk help provide research, education and support for those living with the disease, their families and caregivers.

    Resources to help:
    Team Captain Guide
    Memory Walk FUNdraising Ideas
    Setting Goals for Memory Walk Success

    2009 Community Kickoff Events Schedule

    Medina Kick Off 
    5/21/09 at 6:00 pm
    Legend's  Sports Pub and Grill
    925 N Court St
    Medina, OH 44256
     
    Akron Kick Off
    6/1/2009 at 6:00 pm
    Sarah's Vineyards
    1204 W Steels Corners Rd
    Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223
     
    Canton Kick Off
    5/21/2009 at 6:00 pm
    Fox and Hound
    4834 Everhard Rd NW
    Canton, OH 44718
    RSVP for all Kick offs to Lauren Humphrey at (330) 864-5646
     
     

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