Walk to End Alzheimer's Set for Oct. 4 in Portsmouth

The 2015 Seacoast New Hampshire Walk to End Alzheimer’s is set for Sunday, Oct. 4 at The Little Harbour School in Portsmouth. Online registration has already opened for the event, which is expected to have a record turnout.

“The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is enormously empowering to families who are living with the challenge of Alzheimer’s,” said James Wessler, President/CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association, MA/NH Chapter. “It’s important for people to know that they are not alone and that they can do something to fight back. Alzheimer’s takes away so much and hits families hard, financially and emotionally. And for those with Alzheimer’s, there are no effective treatments yet. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is a day to commit to changing the trajectory of the disease.”

More than 5 million people in the U.S. have Alzheimer’s. It is the sixth leading cause of death. While age is the greatest risk factor, it can occur in those as young as 40, according to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Beginning at 8:30 a.m., highlights for the Walk include free refreshments, children’s activities, the opportunity to connect with local service providers and the opportunity to learn more about the services the Alzheimer’s Association provides.

Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

For more information or to volunteer or participate in the Walk call 800-272-3900 or visit alzwalkMANH.org.