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July 19, 2022

NENY Alzheimer’s Association Invites Capital Region Businessess and Residents To 2022 Walk To End Alzheimer’s

The Alzheimer’s Association, Northeastern New York (NENY) Chapter is inviting Capital Region businesses and residents to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® on October 1, 2022, at The Crossings of Colonie. On Walk day, participants come together to honor those affected by Alzheimer’s and raise funds that ensure the programs and services provided by the Alzheimer’s Association are free to all who need them.

Joseph Heaney, Walk Manager at the NENY Chapter, says: “The Albany Walk to End Alzheimer’s is our signature event for the Capital Region. We are pleased to announce this year the Walk will once again be held at The Crossings of Colonie. While our Walk raises critical funds, it is far more than a fundraiser. It is an inspiring time where our community comes together to celebrate our commitment to ending this disease. If you’ve never attended, there is a poignant Promise Garden ceremony with different colors that represent each walker’s personal reason to end the disease. It is my hope that you’ll consider adding your flower to the fight.”

In addition to inviting people to sign up for the Albany walk, the NENY chapter is encouraging people to become involved in other ways.

“You can start teams, join the planning committee, or sponsor or table at the event,” said Heaney. “I have seen firsthand how debilitating Alzheimer’s can be. I hope everyone walks with us through this beautiful park to support an end to this disease.”

More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease – a leading cause of death in the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. In New York alone, there are more than 410,000 people living with the disease and 580,000 caregivers.

To register and receive the latest updates on this year’s Albany Walk to End Alzheimer’s, visit act.alz.org/neny. To learn more about the planning committee or sponsorship opportunities, contact Joseph Heaney at joheaney@alz.org or 518.675.7203.