Are you looking for ways to help support the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter while having a good time? We have three amazing chances for you to join in the fight against Alzheimer’s disease in May and June. In May we are launching our annual point-of-purchase program and will again partner with Bankers Life and Casualty Company for the 10th annual Forget-Me-Not days. In June we will host the annual Blondes vs. Brunettes flag football game.
In April the Greater Illinois Chapter hosted three Reason to Hope Events in Bloomington, Chicago and Oak Brook. All told, more than 375 dedicated business leaders, friends and supports of the Alzheimer’s Association attended. This event, which features speakers who are in the early stages of the disease and their caregivers, is a one-hour luncheon that honors everyone who is impacted by memory loss. To date the 2012 Reason to Hope luncheons have raised more than $156,000. We are still accepting donations, contact your local office today. We wish to thank everyone who made these events special! Thank you and see you in 2013!
Spring is here and Summer is right around the corner – we hope you’re getting outside to walk and enjoy the weather! As you’re gearing up, so are we and we need your help for our 2012 Greater Illinois Chapter Walk to End Alzheimer’s! By walking with us you will be helping us raise funds, awareness and support for Alzheimer’s – to find a CURE for the 5.4 million Americans living with this disease as well as to support our programs and services, which are available to those who need them.
Register and either self-donate or raise $25 or more by May 31 to receive your early bird gift – a Walk to End Alzheimer’s Magnetic Frame.
Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias can gradually diminish a person’s ability to communicate. Not only do people with dementia have more difficulty expressing thoughts and emotions, they also have more trouble understanding others. The ability to exchange our ideas, wishes and feelings is a basic human need. Here are four ways you can use to help communicate with someone who has dementia.
Have you ever wanted to ride your bike on Lake Shore Drive? Then join us for the “MB Financial Bike the Drive” event on Sunday, May 27. Each ALZ Stars team member will receive a technical T-shirt to wear training and on race day. We will provide you with a training plan, fundraising guidance and, most importantly, the camaraderie of a team that is participating to achieve the same vision–a world without Alzheimer’s disease. We’ll celebrate our progress and share our enthusiasm at the pre-race pasta dinner. On race day, enjoy exclusive access to the ALZ Stars tent and amenities.