GSMT is proud to have participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Merrimack, NH! On Saturday October 17th, we met up at the Merrimack Premium Outlets for Central NH’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s. While it was a cold and windy day, our spirits were high as we walked to raise money for Alzheimer’s Disease research. Kicking off the walk was an opening ceremony thanking sponsors and highlighting how close we were to the fundraising goal- a milestone that has now officially been reached! The opening ceremony continued with a touching story from a husband and wife battling early-onset Alzheimer’s together. There wasn’t a dry eye around as they detailed their experience following his diagnosis and how they're still enjoying life along the way. Walk participants represented a range of individuals to include those living with the disease, those who have lost someone to the disease, those who are currently caring for or supporting someone with the disease, and those who support the cause and vision of a world without Alzheimer’s and other dementias. All were invited to “plant a flower” in the Promise Garden, selecting the color best representing their experience with Alzheimer's Disease. In addition to the blue, purple, yellow, and orange flowers that flooded the garden, there was 1 white flower shining bright. The white flower stands to represent the continued hope for the first Alzheimer’s survivor!
The walk may be over, but the fight continues. If you’d like to learn more about how to get involved in the fight against Alzheimer’s, please visit the walk homepage. We hope to see you out there next time!
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Author: Kelly Weaver, MT-BC