Almost 7 million Americans are fighting Alzheimer's. Millions more Americans are fighting for them and helping to find a cure. There are many ways to help to end Alzheimer's, and one of those is coming to Bangor, Maine this Saturday, September 28th, 2024.

There Are Over 600 Walks to End Alzheimer's and Bangor, Maine is Next

At the time of this post, 299 people and 53 teams are registered to walk in Bangor to end Alzheimer's this Saturday, September 28th, and it is not too late to join and put this great organization well over the 300 mark for the Bangor walk. Just click here to register, and if you can't walk but would like to donate, click here.

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Details About the Walk to End Alzheimer's in Bangor, Maine

The walk begins and ends on the Bangor Waterfront on Front Street. Check-in is at 9:30am followed by a ceremony that begins at 10am. The walk kicks off at 10:30am. The forecast for Saturday is currently beautiful weather, partly cloudy skies, with highs in the upper 60's.

The goal for the walk in Bangor is to raise $80,000 and currently, organizers have raised almost $64,000. There is no fee to walk, but you are encouraged to raise funds through your efforts within your community.

All About the Walk to End Alzheimer's

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. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk®; now the Alzheimer's Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer's.

Every dollar you raise benefits those affected by Alzheimer's disease in your community.

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