Local news highlightsPeoria and Chapter News ______________________________________________________Ornament - Thanks to the businesses that sold our 2008 ornaments for us. It was a very successful year! Hiram is working on another beautiful piece for 2009 that will be available in September. Thank you to all who sent in a gift in response to our annual appeal letter. Each gift makes a difference in the families we can serve. Parking spaces available - Are you looking for a place to park when you go to events at the Civic Center? Try the HCH Administration lot at the corner of William Kumpf Blvd. & 5th Ave. Cost is $4. Proceeds benefit the Alzheimer's Association and other local charities. Our sincere thanks to Jamie Stevenson and staff for their continued support of the Association in providing and manning this parking lot. Trivia Night! - Thanks to all that came out for our first Trivia Night. Call if you want to be on our list for the next exciting trivia night. Back to topQuincy Area Office News______________________________________________________ Pro-Am Golf Tournament - The 8th annual Pro-Am Golf Tournament will again tee off on Thrusday, July 16th, with a cocktail reception, dinner and auction at The Ambiance on Friday, July 17th, 24 teams will be paired off with golf professionals from around the region for a great day of fun and prizes at Spring Lake Country Club. For more information give the Quincy Branch a call at 217.228.1111. Thanks Dot Foods! - The Quincy Area Branch again is the recipient of a $5000 grant from Dot Foods in Mt. Sterling. We are thankful to have received this gift for multiple years. A portion of this grant is used to underwrite expenses for the 2009 Big Bang Fundraisser. Most importantly it helps us fund the purchase of MedicAlert + Safe Return bracelets for individuals with Alzheimer's Disease in West Central Illinois.
Program Specialist Barb Richmiller, R.N., accepts a $500 donation from Phil Hildebrand, President of the Western Catholic Union, on behalf of the Quincy Branch.
Rock River Office News______________________________________________________ 93 S. Hennepin Ave. Volunteer Plays Key Role in Dixon's Memory Walk
"The last couple years we have made a trail mix and put the Alzheimer's logo on the baggies which seems to have been a big hit. My daughter Laura has been my main assistant and we enjoy getting to the walk location early and getting the coffee and hot chocolate going for the volunteers," said Gloria. Gloria first became involved with the Alzheimer's Association after her mother was diagnosed with the disease in 1998. She was concerned about the effect that her mother's illness may have on her daughter who was having a hard time understanding the changes in her grandmother. Gloria began attending support groups and became familiar with the disease and various resources in the area. In 2003 she joined the Memory Walk Committee with the hopes of making a difference in the lives of those affected by Alzheimer's. "Alzheimer's is an exhausting experience for the family and friends of those with the illness. Being with others in the same situation helps restore energy and hope," said Gloria. Fundraising events for the Alzheimer's Association have been made possible through the help of all volunteers. Gloria says that volunteers are also sources of support and information extending beyond the capacity of paid staff. "Volunteering has helped me feel less alone with my struggles and has given me the satisfaction that I am doing something active and real to fight the disease," stated Gloria. |
Individuals who have participated in any of the past several Dixon Memory Walks can thank Gloria Martin for preparing the snacks and beverages. Gloria is a member of the Memory Walk Committee and has enjoyed supplying trail mix, coffee and hot chocolate to Dixon walkers for the past six years.
