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Alzheimer’s Disease is a debilitating sickness that affects not only the victim but also those around them. Following my 71-year old mother’s triumphant bout with Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS), I know what it feels like to have someone you love suffer helplessly from a disease that drastically changes her life. Despite surviving SJS, my Mom is now confined to a bed or a wheelchair. Two months ago, she enjoyed walks to the market, picking up her grandchildren, and cooking for the entire family. Though it is not nearly as debilitating as Alzheimer’s, the helplessness remains the same. Yes, I understand what’s it like to see a parent lose her independence.

Alzheimer’s Association is organizing it’s Memory Walk 2008 to support Alzheimer’s Disease in the nation. It is the largest event organized to raise awareness and funds for the sustenance of research on Alzheimers. It is currently calling on all volunteers to join the endeavor and encourage more supporters to be a part of the 2-3 mile walk. There will be walks in over 600 communities around the nation and the association is now searching for team captains to champion the cause and recruit more citizens to be a part of the event.

It is the objective of the Alzheimer’s Association to move mankind closer to a world without Alzheimer’s and in joining, you support a cause that can affect senior citizens worldwide. You can either find the nearest community that will sponsor a walk or form your own team and encourage others to be part of yours. Join the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk and help build a better life for the generation that has dedicated the best years of their lives making sure we make the best of ours.