Helpline at ( 800 ) 272-3900 continued to offer master ’ s- level clinicians who give confidential support and information to people living with the disease , caregivers , families and the public , all free of charge .
In the past few months , the Association has slowly returned to in-person and hybrid events , reflecting the opening up of society while conscious of the needs for health safety . In April , the Imagination Ball raised hundreds of thousands of dollars at the spectacular Alila Marea Beach Resort in Encinitas that raised funds to benefit the Alzheimer ’ s Association ’ s mission ; to eliminate Alzheimer ’ s disease through the advancement of research ; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health .
Alzheimer ’ s Assn . Board Members with new Executive Director Janet Hamada Kelley at April ’ s Imagination Ball . Scott Patterson , Kerry Sirkka , Janet Hamada Kelley , Ed Cox , Dr . Rema Raman and David Crean
And now , in the summer of 2022 , San Diegans and caring individuals across the country help support the Alzheimer ’ s Association mission by signing up for their signature event , the Walk to End Alzheimer ’ s , this year being held September 24 in San Diego North County ’ s Kit
The Walk to End Alzheimer ’ s . This year ’ s dates are September 24 in North County , October 8 in San Diego , and November 19 in El Centro .
Carson Park , October 8 at NTC Park in Point Loma , and November 19 in El Centro in Imperial County .
Join the thousands of caring individuals and companies who will take part now in the fight against Alzheimer ’ s disease and all forms of dementia by signing up online at www . alz . org / walk . You can start a team with your friends , relatives or coworkers ; or simply join any of the teams walking that day who are listed on the Association website . The morning begins with inspirational stories and the amazing comradery that exists when kindred spirits gather for a cause
that touches us all . Then , an easy walk in the park is followed by music , sponsored booths and making memories with a supportive community .
There are countless reasons to join in 2022 , but the best reason of all to join the Walk to End Alzheimer ’ s is to help the Alzheimer ’ s Association realize its vision : a world without Alzheimer ’ s and all other dementia .
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