News and notes / Walk to End Alzheimer's
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published October 13, 2025 · Last modified October 20, 2025
When Lisa McKim’s mom, Kathy, was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, she didn’t know anything about the disease. After attending a local support group, Lisa became inspired to help others. Now Lisa volunteers not only as...
Caregiving / Early stage Alzheimer's voices / News and notes
by Jennifer Tinkelenberg · Published June 30, 2025 · Last modified September 19, 2025
Vicki is a retired college professor and avid traveler. After retirement, Vicki began experiencing cognitive issues but was told she was just “getting older.” With the help of her husband Forrest, her strongest advocate,...
News and notes / Walk to End Alzheimer's
by Alzheimer's Association · Published July 30, 2023 · Last modified April 11, 2024
By Kerry Larkey, MSN, RN Of the more than 300,000 participants worldwide, each person joins Walk to End Alzheimer’s® for their own reason. While some walk to raise awareness about the disease, others walk...
