A local organization is working to help individuals and families dealing with the devastating disease of Alzheimer’s.  The Director of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s of the Alzheimer’s Association - Wisconsin Chapter, Cari Josephson, says resources are available for people impacted by Alzheimer’s, and there are ways to detect early signs of the disease.  She says no one should ever be alone on the journey and that the Alzheimer’s Association is there to offer as much support as possible as treatment advancements have been made over the last couple of years.

Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills.  Estimates vary, but experts estimate that more than six million Americans may have Alzheimer’s

The statewide Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be held later this year, with the Door County event being held on Saturday, September 13, in partnership with Sunshine Resources’ Sunflower Fest at Martin Park.   Last year locally, the event raised more than double from 2023, with over $3.2 million raised throughout the state.