Supporters ‘Walk to End Alzheimer’s’ at the Oasis Senior Center

[October 01, 2021]  On Saturday morning the Oasis Senior Center hosted two significant events. The Walk to End Alzheimer’s was held outside on the walking path behind the center. Inside was the annual Senior Health Fair sponsored by Illinois Senator Sally Turner and State Representative Tim Butler.

The walk began early in the morning with Julie King of the Christian Village in Lincoln leading a brief program before the walk began.
 

Senator Turner was among the speakers for the morning.

There was also a time of presentation of the flowers and the meaning of the colors. King explained the colors as each person came forward holding a flower.



The orange flower signified a walk participant there to show support for the cause and the Alzheimer’s Association’s vision of a world without Alzheimer’s or other dementia.

Purple flowers were held by individuals who have lost someone to the disease.

Yellow flowers were for a person who is currently supporting or caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s.

The blue flowers were held by people who are currently living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia.



Before the walk began, all the participants chose their flower and gathered together for a group photo.

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s is a fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association
 

From the Alzheimer’s Association website, “the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.

“While there is no fee to register for the Walk, all participants are encouraged to raise critical funds that allow the Alzheimer’s Association to provide 24/7 care and support and advance research toward methods of prevention, treatment and, ultimately, a cure.

[Nila Smith with photos provided by Nancy Cunningham, Oasis Senior Center]