Walk to End Alzheimer’s Set for Sept. 25 in Portsmouth

PORTSMOUTH, NH — More than 23,000 individuals are living with Alzheimer’s in New Hampshire. For decades, the Alzheimer’s Association, Massachusetts/New Hampshire Chapter has provided these individuals and their families with support services such as their 24/7 telephone helpline, care consultation and education programs at no cost, according to a press statement. In an effort to raise awareness and funding for continued local support, the MA/NH Chapter has just announced its annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s event in Portsmouth on Sept. 25.

“We look forward to holding the Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Portsmouth again this year,” said Jim Wessler, President and CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter. “As the nation’s premier event to raise awareness and funds to invest in research and provide services to support families, the Walk moves us towards our vision of a World without Alzheimer's.”

Registration for the Walk begins at 8:30 a.m., The Little Harbour School, 50 Clough Drive. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with local service providers and learn more about the programs and services the Alzheimer's Association provides. The Walk will include a 3-mile, 1.5-mile and .5-mile route. Online registration is open for the event.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. In 2015, the MA/NH Chapter raised over $3.7 million and welcomed more than 22,000 participants in both states.

To register or volunteer for the Walk call 800-272-3900 or visit alzwalkMANH.org.

Submitted by the Alzheimer’s Association.