Alzheimer’s Society urges supporters to join Memory Walk

One in three people born today in the UK will go on to develop dementia in their lifetime, and an estimated 78,7000 people are currently living with dementia in London.

And this year there is an opportunity to take part in one of two walks in the region – in central London or Windsor. The Windsor walk takes place on Sunday, September 10 at Alexander Gardens, while the London walk will be at Potters Field on Sunday, October 8. The arrival time for both walks is 10am, for an 11am start.

Alzheimer’s Society is calling on its supporters to join thousands of others and sign up for free to one of the walks, to help stop dementia from devastating lives.
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Participants will feel it all on the day, whether it’s the buzz of the crowd or being able to reflect on quiet moments of remembrance, or embracing the hug of a stranger who gets it, all while raising vital funds for the charity.

Whether supporters walk as one or walk with many, they’ll be providing help and hope to people living with dementia. They may be walking for, or in memory of a loved one, or just wanting to support Alzheimer’s Society’s crucial work in their local community.

Every pound raised will make a huge difference. Supporters will be walking to fund faster diagnosis, ongoing support and vital research, helping people with dementia live more fulfilled lives now and in the future.

The sponsored walks are suitable for all ages and abilities – it’s free to sign up and open to all. People can also choose to take on their own Memory Walk wherever they like, whenever they like, if they aren’t able to attend a hosted walk.

To sign up and find out more, visit memorywalk.org.uk