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 Walk to End Alzheimer's 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 the Walk to End Alzheimer's?
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 include food, entertainment, kid’s activities and a lot of fun! Everyone is welcome!
When is the Walk to End Alzheimer's?
The Northwest Ohio Chapter hosts 9 walks in its service area: Ashland, Bryan, Defiance, Findlay, Lima, Mansfield, Sandusky, Tiffin and Toledo. To register for one of these walks, form a team, or make a dontation, please follow links below.
Lima Walk
Date: Saturday, September 8, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. registration; 10:30 a.m. walk
Location: Faurot Park
Findlay Walk
Date: Saturday, September 8, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. registration; 10:30 a.m. walk
Location: Riverside Park
Defiance Walk
Date: Saturday, September 15, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. registration; 10:30 a.m. walk
Location: Kingsbury Park
Bryan Walk
Date: Saturday, September 15, 2012
Time: 2:00 p.m. registration; 3:00 p.m. walk
Location: Recreation Park
Sandusky Walk
Date: Saturday, September 22, 2012
Time: 2:00 p.m. registration; 3:00 p.m. walk
Location: Osborn Park (Huron, OH)
Date: Saturday, September 22, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. registration; 10:30 a.m. walk
Location: Hedges-Boyer Park
Toledo Walk
Date: Sunday, October 7, 2012
Time: 12:30 p.m. registration; 2:30 p.m. walk
Location: Lucas County Rec. Center
Mansfield Walk
Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012
Time: 9:30 a.m. registration; 10:30 a.m. walk
Location: Richland Carrousel Park
Ashland Walk
Date: Saturday, October 20, 2012
Time: 9:30 p.m. registration; 10:30 p.m. walk
Location: Corner Park
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 the Walk to End Alzheimer's, follow the link above for the Walk of your choice. You can also contact Kate Murry or Toni Schindler at 419-537-1999 for more information. You can download your Captain Kit information below.
2012 Walk to End Alzheimer's Captain Kit
1. Team Captain Guide
2. The Sweet Sheet
3. Tips on Fundraising
4. Forget Me Not Program
5. Corporate Sponsorship Form
6. Contribution Form
7. Facts- Alzheimer's Disease/Caregivers
8. Sample Fundraising Letter
9. Customizable Flyer
10. Walk to End Alzheimer's Dates
