NEWS RELEASE
ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF SAULT STE. MARIE
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There are over 3,100 local people affected by a dementia, and this number does not include others impacted such as family, friends and caregivers.
More people are being diagnosed with dementia each year, and the need to support people with a dementia and their caregivers has never been greater.
We all experience the personal and social impact of dementia. For our health care system and economy this means higher demand for services and soaring costs.
IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s is a great opportunity for our community to rally against dementia and show their support virtually for friends, families and neighbours who are impacted.
The local chapter needs to fundraise over $400,000 each year to continue to provide services such as education, support and counselling, recreation therapy and the Minds in Motion Program. These services have been adapted and have continued through the COVID-19 pandemic.
The IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer’s will be online and we are encouraging participants to Walk Where You Are. In your Own Way in the month of January while following public health guidelines from the provincial government.
Use your creativity on how you will safely participate. Walking your dog, snow angels in the snow, or do something totally different like baking or a board game marathon.
To register and collect pledges please visit here and share your ideas and videos on your social media to raise awareness and funds for local services.
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