PORT TOWNSEND — The Alzheimer’s Association’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s is planned at Pope Marine Park today.
As of Friday, 77 participants on 23 teams had raised $18,396 of a $25,000 goal, according to walktoendalzheimers.
Festivities will begin at 10 a.m. when participants will have an opportunity to meet with sponsors and exhibitors, learn about local resources, and grab a quick snack before the event starts.
They can also pick up and personalize their Promise Garden flower prior to the opening ceremony, which starts at 11 a.m.
Alzheimer’s disease is a leading cause of death in the United States, and more than 6 million Americans are living with the disease.
In Washington alone, there are more than 120,000 people living with the disease and 297,000 caregivers.
To register and receive the latest updates on this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, visit alz.org/walk.
