$66,391
Raised
$285,000
Our Goal
Your health and safety are our top priorities. We will continue to closely monitor CDC, state and local guidelines to ensure Walk events adhere to the latest recommendations
Time:
Registration at 8 a.m.
Ceremony at 9:40 a.m.
Walk at 10 a.m.
Location:
Chesapeake City Park
900 City Park Drive
Chesapeake, VA 23320
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Contact:
Jennifer Chavez
757.383.8923
jchavez@alz.org
We're moving forward with plans to host in-person events this fall while keeping your health and safety as our top priorities. Registered participants who wish to Walk From Home can find more details in their Participant Center.
Fundraise on the go by sending emails, monitoring your progress and updating your page.
You can even deposit checks! Learn more about the Walk to End Alzheimer's® mobile app.
WALK NEWS
2022 Paint the Town Purple Awareness Campaign - AUGUST 2022
Paint the Town Purple is a pre-Walk event to raise awareness of the Alzheimer's Association and its resources as well as promote the fall Walks. Last year, more than 90 businesses painted their business or storefront purple and participated in a weeklong online voting contest. If you are a business or participant looking to get involved,
please reach out to Ashley Weiss, 757-541-8690 or Jenn Chavez, 757-383-8923.
2022 National Incentive Program - Let Us Reward You!
You must be a registered participant to earn incentive gifts. Individuals who reach the fundraising minimums for the t-shirt, champion medal, Grand Champion raglan shirt, and Elite Grand Champion zip-up hoodie will receive these items in addition to their selected incentive prize. Gifts are not cumulative. Learn more about the Champions Club. National Incentive Program Flyer
WALK PARTICIPANT RESOURCES
Want some simple ways to raise awareness and funds? Files included in the drive include the top Walk-related items that can be found in your online participant center.
Other resources include promotion of the free Science Hub app and 10 Ways to Love Your Brain campaign.
AUG. 30 -ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION NIGHT: NORFOLK TIDES
Discounted ticket sales benefit the Walk to End Alzheimer's.
Help to purple up the park and kick-off Walk season!
Parking incurs a $6 fee payable at the park. Parking options
Turn Back the Clock Night #2 sponsored by Smithfield Foods features 50 cent sodas, hot dogs, and popcorn. Gates open at 5:30 pm.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION - Free to attend but registration is required.
Check out our Community Calendar for additional care and support programs. Please note some community programs are transitioning back to in-person.
Virtual
MEMORY CARE UNIVERSITY:
ACTIVITY ADVENTURES FOR THE CAREGIVER
Wednesday, May 18 | Noon -1 P.M.
Activities are important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Making healthy lifestyle choices helps decrease your risk for dementia while also showing your brain some love. There will be a special presentation to share how you can take your healthy lifestyle choices. Register
Virtual
TEN WARNING SIGNS OF ALZHEIMER'S
In partnership with Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc.
Saturday, May 21 | 10 a.m.
Join us to learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis; possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process, and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Members from Chi Eta Phi Sorority will be available to assist in answering questions through out the presentation. Register
Virtual
MEMORY CARE UNIVERSITY:
BRAIN POWER HOUR WITH HEALTHY LIVING TIPS AND BRAIN GAMES
Wednesday, June 15 | Noon -1 P.M.
Brain Power Hour aims to increase cognitive stimulation. During our time together we will explore healthy lifestyle choices and interact with a few brain games. Register
Virtual
EATING TO REMEMBER
Tips and Strategies on Brain Health and Nutrition
Thursday, June 23 | Noon
Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive activity and social engagement with hands-on tools to help you incorporate these recommendations into a plan for healthy aging. Register
Jennifer Chavez ($13,000)
Raul Pernites ($1,200)
Jason Herring ($1,090)
Eric Stein ($1,000)
Abby Lichty ($825)
