Memory walk to be held in Lethbridge

Join the Alzheimer Society for the Investors Group Memory Walk in Lethbridge on Saturday, June 16

Public service announcement

Spring has arrived which means it’s time to break out those walking shoes and join the Alzheimer Society for the Investors Group Memory Walk. Mark June 16 on your calendar and plan on enjoying a morning of walking, brunch and entertainment by Dory Rossiter and the Moon Dancers. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the walk commences at 10 am. For every $20 raised, you will receive a door prize ticket for a chance to win fabulous prizes donated by the Lethbridge business community. Commemorative flags will be available for purchase for $5 each which can be carried around the lake in celebration of your loved ones. Funds raised will support local programs and services offered by the Alzheimer Society in Lethbridge.

Register online at www.alzheimer.ab.ca or call Diane at 403-329-3766.



About Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is the leading form of dementia. It is a fatal progressive disease of the brain that robs memory and steals the ability to reason, communicate and perform daily tasks. Changes in the brain can begin to appear decades before diagnosis and progression can last between seven and 10 years. Eventually, the person affected will require 24-hour care and supervision. Age is the single biggest risk factor but the disease can strike as early as 40.

About the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories
The Alzheimer Society is part of the leading nationwide health organization for people affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia in Canada. The Society in Alberta supports innovative research, provides enhanced care and support to people with the disease, their families and their caregivers and is a prominent voice with government.

Alzheimer’s disease has no known cause or cure. Until a cure is found, the Alzheimer Society is here to help and provide support to those impacted by the disease. The Society works to heighten awareness, provide support services and support research into the cause and a cure for this disease.