Foster a senior during the holidays in support of Walk to End Alzheimer's funding
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – The Alzheimer’s Association, NM Chapter, is pleased to announce a holiday fundraiser, “Foster a Senior for the Holidays – Southwestern NM.” The project is designed to raise funds for the Southwestern NM Walk to End Alzheimer’s (for which fundraising continues until December 31st, 2021), while giving back to the community at the same time.
"Now more than ever is the opportunity to support seniors in our community. Not only has the continuing pandemic impacted our seniors’ health risks but it has also been an emotional burden, says Emily Chaddock (Southwestern Regional Development Manager, Alzheimer's Association, NM Chapter), “This fundraiser provides the essential items and emotional support for our seniors, and what better time to do this than the holidays? This is a collaborative effort between many assisted living facilities and media partners in the area and without them this project could not happen."
The fundraiser runs from now through December 15th. The Association is asking participants to donate $30 and a senior at Casa de Oro will receive a gift package. The packages will include: blankets, lotion, Chap Stick, puzzle and more.
Funds will go to support the Southwestern NM Walk to End Alzheimer’s (Las Cruces). The walk event was originally held on October 2nd, but funds are continuing to be raised until December 31st, 2021. Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest fundraiser for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.
To participate or for more information, visit: http://act.alz.org/goto/Fosterasenior2021 or contact Emily Chaddock, enchaddock@alz.org, 575-647-3868.
Today, over 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease. It is the 6th leading cause of death in the USA, killing more than breast cancer and prostate cancer combined.
Currently, there is no prevention or cure for Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s takes a devastating toll – not just on those with the disease, but on entire families.
In our own state, 43,000 New Mexicans over age 65 are living with Alzheimer’s disease and there are 85,000 unpaid dementia caregivers, many of whom are family members, contributing 157 million hours of care valued at $2.5 billion.
As the pandemic continues, the Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter is offering many free resources electronically. Visit our website for the latest in free NM Chapter programs and webinars, accessible from the comfort and safety of your own home: www.alz.org/newmexico.
We are here for you. If you need help, call us. Our 24/7 Helpline is available any time, day or night for support or information at 1 (800) 272-3900.
We have five branch offices in the state: Albuquerque (Main Office), Santa Fe (Northeastern New Mexico), Farmington (Northwestern New Mexico), Roswell (Southeastern New Mexico) and Las Cruces (Southwestern New Mexico). Though our physical locations remain closed due to health concerns, all regional staff may be contacted by calling 1 (800) 272-3900.
*Source for all statistics: The 2021 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report at www.alz.org/facts.
About the Alzheimer’s Association®
Our mission: The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Our vision: A world without Alzheimer's and all other dementia. Visit www.alz.org/newmexico or call 800.272.3900.
This article originally appeared on Deming Headlight: Foster a senior during the holidays in support of Alzheimer's funding
