Together Against Alzheimer's: Join Our Community Walks

Meg Boyce and Tina Eckert recently shared insights on Alzheimer's disease, emphasizing the importance of community events like the Alzheimer's Walk for raising funds and awareness. Alzheimer’s disease, first identified by psychiatrist Alois Alzheimer, is marked by brain changes characterized by plaques and tangles leading to memory loss and cognitive decline. The progression of the disease varies with each individual, influenced by other health conditions and the age of onset.



Tina Eckert organizes notable events such as the Alzheimer’s Walk over the Hudson River, helping to fund research and support services. These events play a crucial role in community engagement and support, with Eckert noting the significant contribution of local Rotary Clubs: "It's so very important for us to have Rotary Clubs across the Hudson Valley involved because you guys bring a lot of people and it's so important."

Meg Boyce, who works in programs and services at the Alzheimer's Association, highlighted new advancements in medication that show promise in slowing the disease's progression. She elaborated on the significance of these developments, saying, "These are the first groups of treatments that are actually showing to slow the progression of the disease." While these treatments do not cure or reverse Alzheimer’s, they provide hope by potentially extending the quality of life for those affected.

The community's involvement in events like the Alzheimer's Walk is pivotal in combating Alzheimer's through fundraising and awareness. The upcoming walks are scheduled as follows:

• Westchester: October 6
• Dutchess/Ulster on the Walkway Over the Hudson: October 19
• Rockland: October 20
• Orange/Sullivan: October 26
• Putnam: October 27

For those interested in participating or seeking more information, the local website for the Alzheimer’s Association is ALZ.org/HudsonValley, and the national website is ALZ.org. These resources offer valuable information on Alzheimer's disease and related services, further emphasizing the community's role in supporting affected individuals and their families.

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