Rhinelander area Walk to End Alzheimer’s a success

The Rhinelander community came together in a wave of purple pride and determination for this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Fueled by the energy and generosity of nearly 400 Walkers, the event is expected to raise more than $170,000. These funds will directly support families across the Rhinelander area with education, care, and support services, advocacy efforts, and the Alzheimer’s Association’s 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900.

“This year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Rhinelander was nothing short of extraordinary,” said Dave Grams, executive director of the Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter. “To see thousands of people come together, each with their own story and their own reason to walk, was incredibly moving. The joy, the energy, and the determination of this community give us strength and bring us closer to the day when we end Alzheimer’s for good. I am so grateful to every walker, volunteer, and supporter who made this celebration of hope and progress possible.”

More than 7 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s, one of the nation’s leading causes of death. Over 11 million family members and friends provide unpaid care for those affected. In Wisconsin, more than 110,000 people are living with Alzheimer’s, and tens of thousands of caregivers are supporting them every day. In Oneida County alone, over 1,315 residents age 65 and older are living with dementia.

The Alzheimer’s Association encourages continued support, as donations can still be made to the Walk to End Alzheimer’s through Dec. 31 at act.alz.org/rhinelander. Mail-in donations should be directed to our regional mail-processing hub at: Alzheimer’s Association Attn: WTEA Rhinelander PO Box 1472 Rhinelander, WI 54501.

Sponsors

The Alzheimer’s Association Wisconsin Chapter thanks the numerous volunteers and sponsors of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk; now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s.

Alzheimer’s Association

The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Its mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Visit alz.org or call 800-272-3900.