Why I Walk to End Alzheimer’s
A Personal Mission Fueled by 25+ Years of Compassionate Care
As an Occupational Therapist, a Certified Dementia Practitioner, and the owner of Senior Helpers of Waxhaw-Monroe, I have spent over 25 years walking alongside families facing one of the most heartbreaking diagnoses: Alzheimer’s disease.
In that time, I’ve worked with hundreds of individuals living with dementia—and I’ve witnessed the toll it takes not only on them, but on the people who love them most.
Stories That Stay With Me
I’ll never forget the daughter who broke down in tears because her father no longer recognized her. Or the devoted husband who still brought flowers every week to the wife who no longer remembered their wedding day.
Each story, each face, each journey has shaped the way I care, the way I advocate, and the way I fight for change. These families have taught me strength, vulnerability, and above all, the value of every memory.
This Is Why I Walk
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is more than a fundraiser—it's a lifeline. It’s a way to honor every client I’ve served, every caregiver I’ve hugged, and every family I’ve walked with through this difficult path.
Alzheimer’s is relentless—but so are we. Every dollar raised helps fund research for a cure, caregiver support, and awareness programs that make a real difference in our communities.
How You Can Help
This cause is deeply personal to me. I walk not just as a healthcare provider, but as someone who has spent decades in the trenches, helping families navigate this disease with dignity and grace.
And now—I’m asking for your help.
Donate to my Walk to End Alzheimer’s fundraiser.
Your support fuels hope, research, and resources for families in need.
No gift is too small. Every step matters.
Together, we can create a world without Alzheimer’s.
With gratitude,
Supriya Kulkarni
Occupational Therapist | Certified Dementia Practitioner
Owner, Senior Helpers of Waxhaw-Monroe
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