Hundreds pounded pavement in Batesville for Walk to End Alzheimer's
Now in its second year, the walk raised over $50,000 last year
Now in its second year, the walk raised over $50,000 last year
Now in its second year, the walk raised over $50,000 last year
Friends and families of the Alzheimer's Association of Southeast Indiana stepped out under a beautiful blue sky to support the efforts of those fighting the disease.
Kristin and Rosa Cooley were on hand to cheer on the walkers. "There is no cure, so at this point all we can do is support the people who are impacted," Kristin Cooley said.
This walk is in its second year. Last year, over $50,000 was raised. The money funds research and assists caregivers with the day-to-day struggles of living with the debilitating disorder.
Hannah Volz, of the Alzheimer's Association, said Southeast Indiana has stepped up in supporting Alzheimer's families.
"This is definitely a community that wraps its arms around each other," said Volz. "We have several caregivers and to see how they support each other is amazing."
Nationwide, 5.8 million people are affected by Alzheimer's. The regional Alzheimer's Association says 55,000 in our area are in the fight. But these supporters say they are stepping out to help find a cure.
For Jane Craig and her family, this is a personal journey. "My mom is 11 years in the diagnosis," said Craig. "When she's had a difficult day, or when we need some support and guidance, the Alzheimer's Association has been absolutely wonderful."
Together, Volz said walkers are helping to bring back clarity from the fog of this horrible disease. They are sharing strength, one step at a time.
"This disease can be so isolating, you feel like you are in this alone. Events like this show you are not in this alone," said Volz.