What is the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter?
With offices in Lima, Mansfield, Findlay and Toledo, the Association serves a 24 county area with a mission to enhance the quality of life of all persons affected by Alzheimer's disease and related disorders through compassionate, comprehensive services; effective advocacy; support for research; and access to current information and resources. Proceeds from the Memory Walk helps provide for a variety of quality programs and services, advocacy and medical research. Programs and services of the Association include, but are not limited to: Helpline, Adult Day Services, educational programs, caregiver (support) groups and the Safe Return program.
What is Memory Walk?
It’s the Alzheimer’s Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter’s largest fundraiser and community awareness event. The walk is approximately one mile long, unlike other fundraising walks, we do not count laps. This free, family friendly, fun event includes different activities throughout the day. Most walk events will include food, entertainment, kid’s activities and a lot of fun!
When is the Memory Walk?
Within the Association’s 24 county service area, there are 8 walks: Ashland, Defiance, Findlay, Lima, Mansfield, Sandusky, Tiffin and Toledo. Check back soon for the Memory Walk 2010 season dates!
Who is invited to the Memory Walk?
EVERYONE!! Bring the whole family. Everyone has to register, but there is no cost!
How do I get started?
You first build a team, ask co-workers, family, and friends, anyone that you would like to be on your team. Next, make a goal for your team, how much would you like to raise altogether? What is your individual goal? Then start asking for donations!
To begin your journey with Memory Walk, contact Lindsey Bowman at 419-425-5409 or email her at Lindsey.bowman@alz.org.
