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Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk

 

LOS ANGELES (DRAFT October 13, 2010)  --  The Alzheimer’s Association 18th annual Memory Walk® will take place on Sunday, November 7 at Century Park (2000 Avenue of the Stars, LA 90067) in Century City, Los Angeles.  More than 3,000 people from throughout Los Angeles County are expected to participate in this year’s walk to raise awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s disease.

 Steve Edwards of FOX 11’s “Good Day LA” will celebrate his 15th year as host of the event, which includes a 5K walk, live entertainment, food, games and a health-and-wellness expo.  Alzheimer’s Champions from sports and entertainment will attend, including Leeza Gibbons, Gary Bryan, Tracie Thoms, Matt Lanter, Rafer Johnson, Ken Howard, Michael Dean Shelton, Edie McClurg and Roslyn Kind.

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 The Alzheimer’s Association’s Memory Walk is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer care, support and research programs.  Held annually in hundreds of communities across the country, this inspiring event calls on volunteers of all ages to become Champions in the fight against Alzheimer’s.  Champions include those living with the disease, families, caregivers, businesses, and community leaders who actively support Memory Walk.  Since 1989, Memory Walk participants across the United States have raised more than $300 million for the cause. 

 To start a team or make a donation, contact the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alzla.org or 323-930-6228.

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 The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s research, care and support.  Our mission is 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.  Our vision is a world without Alzheimer’s.  For more information visit www.alz.org.

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