by Involve the whole family in getting fit and giving back during the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan Walk for Memories at the Saskatoon Field House on Sunday, Jan. 29, from 1:30 - 3 p.m.
You can choose to register the day of the event, but it is ideal to pre-register online or by calling 651-0260. You can also collect pledges online using your own online giving page.
The majority of the funds raised will stay in Saskatchewan to benefit important local programs and services for people who have dementia, their families, caregivers and communities. A portion of all funds each year support research to find a cause, a cure and better treatments for Alzheimer’s disease.
Once considered a rare disorder, Alzheimer’s affects numerous families in our community and around the world. There are approximately 18,000 people in Saskatchewan alone with Alzheimer’s disease.
According to the 2010 walk coordinator, over 300 walkers provincially raised $85,000 to help people with Alzheimer's disease. These funds will be used to support programs and serices and will be invested in researach to find a cause, better treatments and a cure.
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