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Tell us about the Walk to End Alzheimer's and how do people participate?
Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest fundraiser to raise awareness and funds for
Alzheimer's care, support and research for the Alzheimer's Association®.
The community comes together to help end Alzheimer's, whether you have just started your
journey with Alzheimer's or have been dealing with the challenges for years, you will be among
those who understand what you are going through.
This year's Walk to End Alzheimer's Acadiana has registration starting at 8:30 a.m., with the
Walk at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10 at River Ranch, 100 Camellia Blvd., in Lafayette.
Those interested, can register by going to the act.alz.org/acadiana.
We also want to mention we have a fundraising event that supports the Walk to End Alzheimer's
Acadiana called Anything Over Rice Cookoff? on Friday, Sept. 18 from
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Legends, 4401 Johnston St., in Lafayette. For $10 attendees can enjoy a
variety of dishes served over rice prepared by local cooks and volunteers.
More information on the Walk and the Cookoff can be found act.alz.org/acadiana.
What is the Moving Promise Garden Ceremony during the Walk to End Alzheimer's Acadiana.
On Walk day, participants will take part in the Promise Garden Ceremony, where colorful flowers
symbolize the personal reasons we walk — for a loved one, as a caregiver, as a supporter or in
memory.
● Blue represents someone living with Alzheimer's or another dementia
● Purple is for those who have lost someone to the disease.
● Yellow represents someone who is currently supporting or caring for a person living with
Alzheimer's.
● Orange is for those who support the cause and the Association's vision of a world
without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
What is Alzheimer's and how many families are affected in our area?
Alzheimer's is not a normal part of aging, it is a progressive brain disease that impacts thinking,
behavior and memory. Alzheimer's is a growing issue in Louisiana, where 95,000 people age 65
and older are living with Alzheimer's and more than 221,000 family caregivers provide essential
support to people living with dementia.
For those who have questions or need resources, call the free, Alzheimer's Association 24/7
Helpline at 800.272.3900 to speak with someone
Tell us about the Walk to End Alzheimer's and how do people participate?
Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest fundraiser to raise awareness and funds for
Alzheimer's care, support and research for the Alzheimer's Association®.
The community comes together to help end Alzheimer's, whether you have just started your
journey with Alzheimer's or have been dealing with the challenges for years, you will be among
those who understand what you are going through.
This year's Walk to End Alzheimer's Acadiana has registration starting at 8:30 a.m., with the
Walk at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 10 at River Ranch, 100 Camellia Blvd., in Lafayette.
Those interested, can register by going to the act.alz.org/acadiana.
We also want to mention we have a fundraising event that supports the Walk to End Alzheimer's
Acadiana called Anything Over Rice Cookoff? on Friday, Sept. 18 from
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Legends, 4401 Johnston St., in Lafayette. For $10 attendees can enjoy a
variety of dishes served over rice prepared by local cooks and volunteers.
More information on the Walk and the Cookoff can be found act.alz.org/acadiana.
What is the Moving Promise Garden Ceremony during the Walk to End Alzheimer's Acadiana.
On Walk day, participants will take part in the Promise Garden Ceremony, where colorful flowers
symbolize the personal reasons we walk — for a loved one, as a caregiver, as a supporter or in
memory.
● Blue represents someone living with Alzheimer's or another dementia
● Purple is for those who have lost someone to the disease.
● Yellow represents someone who is currently supporting or caring for a person living with
Alzheimer's.
● Orange is for those who support the cause and the Association's vision of a world
without Alzheimer's and all other dementia.
What is Alzheimer's and how many families are affected in our area?
Alzheimer's is not a normal part of aging, it is a progressive brain disease that impacts thinking,
behavior and memory. Alzheimer's is a growing issue in Louisiana, where 95,000 people age 65
and older are living with Alzheimer's and more than 221,000 family caregivers provide essential
support to people living with dementia.
For those who have questions or need resources, call the free, Alzheimer's Association 24/7
Helpline at 800.272.3900 to speak with someone
