Lisa Hay, President | Mineral Point Chamber of Commerce Inc.
Lisa Hay, President | Mineral Point Chamber of Commerce Inc.
The Alzheimer’s Association is calling on residents of Dane County to participate in the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s, scheduled for October 5 at Warner Park in Madison. The event will begin with registration at 8:30 a.m., followed by an opening ceremony at 10:00 a.m. and the walk itself at 10:15 a.m. Brady Mallory from Fox47 will serve as emcee.
Patrick Rohde, Event Chair and Vice President at Morgan Stanley, has played a key role in organizing the event. “We walk not only to honor those we’ve lost and those currently battling Alzheimer’s but also to build a hopeful future for the next generation. This event brings our community together, uniting us in a shared purpose. Every step we take brings us closer to a world without Alzheimer’s, and together, we can make a lasting impact,” said Patrick Rhode.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, which remains one of the leading causes of death nationwide. Over 11 million people provide unpaid care for affected individuals. In Wisconsin alone, over 110,000 people are living with Alzheimer's, with tens of thousands of caregivers supporting them daily. Dane County reports that nearly 10,000 residents aged 65 or older have dementia.
Recent advances in treatments and early detection methods have provided new options for families dealing with Alzheimer's disease. Ongoing research and advocacy efforts have contributed to these developments.
Those interested in participating can register and find updates at https://act.alz.org/madison. Pre-registration is encouraged. For additional information or assistance, contact Hanna Van, Senior Manager for Walk to End Alzheimer’s, at 608-203-8500.
Sponsors for this year’s walk include Edward Jones as National Presenting Sponsor, along with local media sponsors such as 92.7 WMDX, Brava magazine, Fox47, and statewide partner Hearst.
The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is recognized as the largest event globally dedicated to raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support services, and research initiatives.
The Alzheimer’s Association operates as an international voluntary health organization focused on care provision, support programs, and advancing research into Alzheimer's disease and other dementias. More information is available at https://www.alz.org/ or by calling 800-272-3900.
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