The Daily Southerner, Tarboro, NC

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September 27, 2007

Memory Walk also Saturday

This year’s goal: $30,000

Sherry Brunson

As others remember history this weekend, one Tarboro group will be walking for those who cannot remember for themselves.

The Fountains at The Albemarle will sponsor the 15th annual Memory Walk to benefit Alzheimer's Disease (AD) at 10 a.m. Saturday at Braswell Park on Western Avenue.

"Last year I think we raised about $24,000, and our goal is to raise $30,000, which will be distributed throughout Eastern North Carolina cities as needed," said Shannon Tippette, director of community relations at The Fountains at the Albemarle and coordinator for the event. "The funds will offer a wide variety of resources to Tarboro residents, including a toll-free support line, caregiver respite, educational classes and literature, as well as bringing nationally known speakers to the area."

Participants may choose a 1.5- or a 3-mile walk, both of which lead through the Summerfield Subdivision. The walk will also feature entertainment, food, sponsor displays and music. Raffle tickets will be sold for an Eric McRay painting. Awards will be give for Top Individual Fundraiser, Top Individual Fundraiser Runner Up, Largest Corporate Team, Largest Family Team, Most Funds Raised by a Corporate Team, Most Funds Raised by Family Team and Most Funds Raised by Individual Team.

The event will also feature an Alzheimer's Memory Wall, on which family members may post photos to honor their loved ones.

According to the Eastern North Carolina Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association, more than 5 million people currently live with the disease, and 78 million baby boomers are approaching the age where they are of greatest risk.

"There are different forms of dementia," Tippette said. "Dementia may be caused by a stroke, Parkinson's Disease, Huntington's Disease, or even be alcohol induced. No matter what type of dementia a family member has suffered, all are welcome to participate in the walk."

Deeply involved with the local AD Chapter, this is Tippette's seventh year of participation in the event, and first as organizer. She also leads a support group for AD caregivers, at The Fountains at The Albemarle, on the Fourth Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m.

Participants may pre-register online at www.alznc.org/walkforum or pick up a registration form at The Fountains at The Albemarle. Registration begins at 9 a.m. on the day of the event.

For more information about the Memory Walk, the AD Caregiver's Support Group or resources available for those who are dealing with AD call Tippette at The Fountains of Albemarle at 823-2799.



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