Walk to defeat Alzheimer's disease in Kirtland has raised more than $ 200,000 | Neighborhood News

The Lake Metroparks Farmpark in Kirtland was the site of the March to Defeat Alzheimer's Disease on September 30th. Some 1,639 people from 135 teams participated, up more than 300 from last year. total fundraising last year.

Lake Health was the main sponsor present and Edward Jones, the main national sponsor. Other sponsors include WINT Integrity Radio, The News-Herald, Physicians Ambulance, Real PopFusion and Maplewood at Chardon.

You can donate to the Kirtland March for Alzheimer's Disease until December 31 at http://act.alz.org/kirtland.

Walkers chose a 1 or 3-mile route that winds through the Farmpark, then returned for a family games after-party, music, entertainment and light refreshments. Dozens of community providers shared valuable information and gifts.

"It has never been more necessary to join the fight against Alzheimer's disease," said Nancy Udelson, president and CEO of the local chapter of the Alzheimer's Association in Cleveland. "The funds raised provide care and support services to all people living with Alzheimer's disease, advance education and awareness efforts, stimulate research, and fuel advocacy efforts among patients with Alzheimer's disease." federal and state authorities for the support our movement needs. "

The Kirtland Drive and Alzheimer's disease were personal to dozens of family teams marching in honor of their loved ones who fought or died of Alzheimer's disease. Many had signs and posters decorated with the names of their loved ones.

"Everyone knows who is affected," said committee member Eileen Schmidt.

Her mother's brother and sister are also fighting against dementia, she said.

In Ohio, more than 220,000 people live with Alzheimer's or other dementia and more than 600,000 people provide unpaid care to these people. In the United States, more than 5.7 million people live with Alzheimer's disease or other dementia and nearly 16 million people provide unpaid care. Every 65 seconds, a person in the United States develops Alzheimer's disease.

The Cleveland Chapter provides free health care programs and services, including dementia care services, start-up services, caregiver support groups, social engagement programs and programs. online and community education. The 24/7 toll-free hotline at 800-272-3900 provides referrals and support in 140 languages ​​on all issues at all stages of the trip .