Alzheimer’s New Jersey’s Walk to Fight Alzheimer’s is scheduled to take place at Educational Testing Service’s Princeton campus on Sunday, October 11, 2020. One hundred percent of money raised will support New Jersey individuals and families. Participants can choose to walk virtually or in-person at 660 Rosedale Road. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. on the day of the event and the walk will begin at 10 a.m. Festivities include refreshments, music, and door prizes. Parking is available on site. Register online in advance at https://alznj.akaraisin.com/ui/walkalznj2020 and choose from one of five walks: Point Pleasant Beach (September 26), Liberty State Park in Jersey City (October 3), Princeton (October 11), Morristown (October 18), and/or Paramus (October 25).

Statistics show that 68 percent of New Jersey residents know someone impacted by Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. According to alznj.org, “Dementia is an umbrella term used to describe over 100 different conditions that impair memory, behavior, and thinking. Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. While people who are aging normally may forget things as well, they will typically remember them later.”

Resources and information about living with Alzheimer’s, legal and financial planning, scientific research, care for the caregiver, and more, can be found at https://www.alznj.org/resources/.

Volunteer opportunities with Alzheimer’s New Jersey are available at https://www.alznj.org/get-involved/volunteer/. From community outreach to special events, office assistance, and public policy advocacy, learn how you can support those who are affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.