The Walk to End Alzheimer's is coming up on October 4th in Newburgh. Let's rally together to help find a cure for this devastating disease.

We all know someone who has been affected in some way by Alzheimer's. It's a disease that has impacted so many families. According to the Alzheimer's Association, Alzheimer's is the most common cause of dementia and accounts for 60-80% of dementia cases.  Alzheimer's is also a progressive disease where people gradually lose more and more memory and cognitive function.

Alzheimer's is a progressive disease, where dementia symptoms gradually worsen over a number of years. In its early stages, memory loss is mild, but with late-stage Alzheimer's, individuals lose the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to their environment. On average, a person with Alzheimer's lives 4 to 8 years after diagnosis but can live as long as 20 years, depending on other factors.

The truth is, over 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's. That being said, with new treatments emerging in the fight against Alzheimer’s and all other dementia, now is the time for hope. Now is the time for action. That's why every year the Walk to End Alzheimer's takes place, to help fund research efforts, care, and support for folks living with this disease, and you are invited to come out and be a part of this wonderful day in Newburgh.

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Walk to End Alzheimer's- Southwest Indiana

The annual Walk to End Alzheimer's- Southwest Indiana will be taking place on Saturday, October 9th at 9 AM, with opening ceremonies at 9:45, and the walk starting at 10 AM.  Everyone who can make it is encouraged to join. The funds from this walk go to fund care, support, and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. There is no registration fee for the walk, but participants are encouraged to make a personal donation and commit to raising funds in the fight against Alzheimer's.

For more information on the walk and to register, click here.