There's Still Time: Join 20th Annual Support-a-Walk for Breast, Ovarian Cancer Oct. 5

From Support Connection

It’s not too late to join the thousands of local residents who will be at FDR State Park in Yorktown Heights this Sunday, Oct. 5, for Support Connection’s 20th Anniversary Support-A-Walk for Breast and Ovarian Cancer. It will take place (rain or shine) at FDR Park, Route 202, Yorktown Heights, NY. Advance registration is strongly recommended; close to 10,000 people attended in 2013.

The Support-A-Walk was founded twenty years ago by local residents. It is held to bring attention to the needs of people living with breast and ovarian cancer and to raise funds for Support Connection’s free support services for those living with these diseases. Each year, thousands of people take part in this spirited, uplifting event.

Participants complete a 3-mile walk, often in honor of loved ones – a celebration of life and a tribute to those affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Families, friends, co-workers and teams of walkers are invited to walk together. Individuals are also welcome.

Donations are accepted from participants as well as those who are unable to attend. To pre-register or make a donation: Call 914-962-6402 or visit www.supportconnection.org.

Throughout the morning there will be awareness jewelry, greeting cards, and other merchandise available, as well as information about Support Connection’s free breast and ovarian cancer support groups, programs and services. There will also be a “Survivors Welcome Area” near the main tent, where volunteers will greet and welcome cancer survivors, and present a token of recognition to each survivor.

The schedule for the 20th Anniversary Support-A-Walk is:

• 9 am: Pre-walk activities and entertainment including music, face-painting. Complimentary Team Photos.
• 9:15 am: Welcoming remarks and reflections on the meaning of the day.
• 9:30 am: Warm-up and stretching to music, led by staff from Club Fit.
• 10 am: Ribbon-cutting ceremony and the Walk begins!
• After the Walk: Enjoy refreshments and entertainment. Bring a picnic lunch to share with friends and family.

To learn more about the Support-A-Walk or Support Connection’s free services, call 914-962-6402 or visitwww.supportconnection.org.