Hello Friends,
Like most of us, I know too many people whose lives have been touched by Alzheimer's disease, the nation's sixth-leading cause of death. That is why I am joining the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's on Sunday, October 6, 2024. I have committed to raising awareness and funds to support Alzheimer's care, support and research.
In 1987 my grandmother died of Alzheimer's. Awareness is much greater today than it was then. However, there is still no cure. My dear father had been diagnosed with early Alzheimer's a few years before he died of colon cancer. I also had a sweet aunt that passed away in 2018 after several years of debilitating Alzheimer's. Loss of memory is hard on our loved ones and also difficult on those who love them.
It is hard to imagine that a young person could be faced with Alzheimer's. Yet, Shelly Slaughter Kuhl has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's. I met Shelly my first week at Nebraska Wesleyan University and we became very good friends. After more than 45 years of friendship, we continued to keep in touch following graduation from NWU in 1983. Shelly has 2 darling daughters, 2 dear son-in-laws and a wonderful husband, Bob. Shelly & Bob are proud grandparents to Norah, Gia & Margo.
Team Shelly Kuhl was formed to honor this dear woman. Please join this team to make a difference in the Walk to End Alzheimer's. If you are unable to be with us to WALK on October 6th, you may make a donation through this site.
Feel the Love,
Amy Foote White
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