The Alzheimer Society’s annual fundraising walk is ready to roll this weekend in Stratford.
It’s a bit of a change for the organization as the walk has taken place in January for the last 19 years. There’s also been a name change.
Debbie Deichert with the Society tells us the changes are for a good reason:
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This fundraiser used to be known as the Walk for Memories. Deichert tells us how the money raised is spent:
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The Walk for Alzheimer’s is happening Saturday at Upper Queens Park at 9:00 a.m. You can find more information about the walk at the Alzheimer’s Society’s website.