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Provided Courtesy\/Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter<\/p>\nEach fall, more than 600 communities unite for the Walk to End Alzheimer\u2019s, the world\u2019s largest event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer\u2019s care, support, and research programs. More than a fundraiser, Walk is a movement that brings hope and support for those living impacted by dementia while working toward a future without Alzheimer\u2019s.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive and debilitating brain disorder, is a national health concern and a deeply personal journey for countless families. More than 7 million Americans live with Alzheimer\u2019s disease in the United States. In Pennsylvania, the need is urgent: more than 1 out of every 10 individuals aged 65 and older live with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia.<\/p>\n
Provided Courtesy\/Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter<\/p>\n
Participants hold Promise Garden flowers during the Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer\u2019s. The flowers represent different personal connections to Alzheimer\u2019s and other dementias.<\/p>\n
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Join the fight to end Alzheimer\u2019s in Philadelphia<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s Walk to End Alzheimer\u2019s in Philadelphia,<\/a> will be held on Saturday, November 7 at Citizens Bank Park. The event, which is the second largest in the country, aims to raise $2 million for the Alzheimer\u2019s Association a worldwide, voluntary health organization. Their mission is to lead the fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementias through global research, driving risk reduction and early detection and maximizing quality care and support.<\/p>\n On Walk Day, participants honor those affected by Alzheimer\u2019s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony \u2014 a mission-focused experience that signifies our solidarity in the fight against the disease. During the ceremony, walkers carry flowers of various colors, each color representing their personal connection to the disease. At the Alzheimer\u2019s Association, we\u2019re fighting for a different future. We are fighting for families facing the disease today, for more time, and for treatments.\u00a0<\/p>\n Families and supporters take part in the Philadelphia Walk to End Alzheimer\u2019s, carrying Promise Garden flowers along the route.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n \u201cEvery person who registers, raises funds or joins us on Walk day helps move us closer to a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia,” said Fran Gibbons, senior development director, Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter. “We’re grateful for the Philadelphia community’s continued support and invite everyone to be part of this meaningful day of hope, remembrance and action.”<\/p>\n Support for families with Alzheimer\u2019s in Philadelphia<\/p>\n Funds raised by the Walk help fund services and research that directly benefit local families, providing education, support groups and resources for families navigating dementia, including the Alzheimer\u2019s Association 24\/7 Helpline (800.272.3900).<\/p>\n Walk funds also support the Association\u2019s work to expand access to Alzheimer\u2019s diagnostics and treatments as well as local, state and federal programs to support dementia research, health care training and public awareness.<\/p>\n Register for the Philadelphia Walk today!<\/p>\n Lace up your shoes and register today at act.alz.org\/Philadelphia<\/a>. Your steps can make a difference in the lives of those affected by Alzheimer\u2019s!\u00a0<\/p>\n![\"Limited](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/PhiladelphiaWalk_700x500_V3.width-704.png\")
Provided Courtesy\/Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter<\/p>\n