Solano County Walk Will Raise Funds For Alzheimer's Research

FAIRFIELD, CA —Solano County residents will come together Saturday for the annual Walk to End Alzheimer's in Fairfield, raising funds for research, care and support services.

The Village at Rancho Solano, a senior living community in Fairfield, will participate in the walk at One Lake, joining other supporters in raising awareness and funds.

“Alzheimer’s touches so many families in our community, and taking part in this walk gives us a way to stand with them,” said Patty Vlahakos, director of life engagement at The Village at Rancho Solano, in a news release.”

The Alzheimer's Association hosts walks in more than 600 communities nationwide to support its mission. According to event organizers, an estimated 719,000 Californians are living with Alzheimer's disease.

The event will take place at One Lake, 5350 One Lake Drive, Fairfield. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony at 9:30 a.m. The walk begins at 10 a.m.