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Across the Big Bend, the Alzheimer’s Project works hard to provide comfort and care to people with dementia and their caregivers. An important fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Project is its annual Forget-Me-Not-Walk, which is traditionally held in Cascades Park.

Because of COVID-19 and the restrictions on large gatherings, the Alzheimer’s Project is offering a new twist on its annual walk. 

“We are excited for this year’s event, even though it is virtual, because we know the need for services is greater than ever before. We aren’t going to let a pandemic get in the way of showing up for local caregivers,” said John Trombetta, Executive Director of the Alzheimer’s Project. “We’re encouraging our supporters to invite small groups of friends and family to walk with them and donate to the Alzheimer’s Project in the name of a loved one. This is a safe way to get involved, and the donations will enable us to continue delivering vital services.” 

The virtual walk is scheduled for Dec. 1 through Dec. 15. “Even though we’re walking in small groups on our own time, we’d like this to be an event done in solidarity to raise awareness of the needs of local caregivers,” Trombetta said.

“We want walkers to take pictures or videos and tag Alzheimer’s Project on social media along with the hashtag #2020ForgetMeNotWalk so we can feature them on our social media pages. There are many beautiful places to walk and so much creativity in the community! We can’t wait to see what photographs and stories are shared with us during the 19th Annual Forget-Me-Not Walk.”

The money raised through the virtual walk will help provide personal and family counseling, respite care, caregiver support groups, Project Lifesaver for people who wander, publication of the AP Resource Manual, and caregiver training.

“By walking and making a donation, you’re helping local families in need,” Trombetta said. “There’s no charge for our services. Because of generous people in our community, no one needs to face dementia alone.”

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2020 “Virtual Forget-Me-Not-Walk”

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