VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR WORLD ALZHEIMER'S DAY RUN SUNDAY SEPT 22, 2013!

350 Volunteers Needed

World Alzheimer’s Day Run For Heroes

 

Over 3,000 people participate in the run, 350 volunteers needed to assist  

 

Soon Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias won’t only be about our parent’s generation. It will also be about ours.

 

•           747,000 Canadians are living with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias today. As our

             population ages, this number is expected to increase to 1.4 million by 2031.

 

•           Today, $33 billion is spent annually on dementia care; by 2041 this figure will jump to $293

              billion per year.

 

•           Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging, but age remains a predominant risk factor.

 

•           After age 65, the risk for developing dementia doubles every five years; baby boomers are     

             now entering their years of highest risk.

 

•           Dementia can also occur in people in their 40s.

 

•           Changes in the brain that lead to dementia can begin decades before symptoms appear.

 

•           There is still no cure for Alzheimer’s disease; some medications may temporarily manage the

              symptoms, but none can stop, slow or reverse the disease.

 

•           In absence of a cure, early access to help, care and support can make a huge difference in the    

             quality of life for people with dementia, their caregivers and families.

 

•           No matter the stage of the disease, the Alzheimer Society offers help and hope.

 

“ Heroes live amongst us, raise the bar, and make us all better people. This run allows you to say, ‘I am participating for the person who has made a difference in my life.’ We celebrate the caregivers of Alzheimer patients. The proceeds of this event go to fund Caregiver Support Programs at the Alzheimer Society of Windsor and Essex County.”

 – Race Director and Founder, Chris Uszynski

 

Currently 100 registered volunteers of the 350 needed and have less than 3 weeks to reach their goal.  The volunteers are needed to ensure the safety of the runners throughout the event.  Volunteer positions include Parking Attendants, Road Closure Attendants, and Water Station Attendants.

 

Please  distribute the information on how our community can help.  Those interested in volunteering can contact Peggy Winch, Coordinator of Volunteers at pwinch@aswecare.com or call 519-974-2220 ext 237 www.alzheimerwindsor.com

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by Alan Halberstadt www.alanhalberstadt.com