My dad, aka John/JW/Papa, was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2018. I witnessed a slow, steady decline in his cognition and ability to piece together the events of the day and recent history. He was always observing although not actively engaged in his surroundings. He enjoyed visitors, especially his grandchildren. His physical body began a rapid decline in January of 2024. Full time nursing care became his unwanted but necessary reality. April 19, 2024 JW entered into eternal rest in Heaven with Jesus. All the physical pain and suffering had come to an end. For this I am thankful.
I have participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer's since 2019. In past years it was to honor my dad's struggles and all those who helped care for him. This year and for years to come I will walk to honor his memory and to raise money for research to understand, prevent and cure this ugly disease.
Please join me in this fight..... come walk with me, donate, pray for a cure!
Thank you............... Bridgette Forkin Riddle
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