The event, cohosted by the Town of Babylon, took place at the AFA-Town of Babylon Respite Care Relief Park at Babylon Town Hall in Lindenhurst.
AFA President & CEO Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., together with Babylon Town Clerk Gerry Compitello, Babylon Town Supervisor Rich Schaffer, Suffolk County Legislator Kevin McCaffrey, and Assemblyman Mike Durso, cuts the ceremonial ribbon to kick off the Walk.
People from across Long Island recently came together to raise more than $60,000 to help local families affected by Alzheimer’s disease at the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) annual “Alzheimer’s Walk in the Park.” The event, cohosted by the Town of Babylon, took place at the AFA-Town of Babylon Respite Care Relief Park at Babylon Town Hall in Lindenhurst.
Local residents, community leaders, student volunteers, and Town of Babylon employees were among those who participated in the walk to raise awareness and funds to help the more than 50,000 Long Islanders living with Alzheimer’s disease.
Walk sponsors included:
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Amityville Men’s Shop
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The Bristal Assisted Living
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Copiague Chamber of Commerce
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Gurwin Healthcare System
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Jonis Realty
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The Lostritto Foundation
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Northwell Health
“We are extraordinarily grateful to all the walkers, sponsors, and supporters who came together to make a difference for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease,” said AFA President & CEO Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr. “The awareness and funds raised through this event will help connect families with much needed services and support.”
Individuals wishing to support the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America can visit www.alzfdn.org or call 866-232-8484.
About Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)
The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support, services and education to individuals, families and caregivers affected by Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias nationwide and to fund research for better treatment and a cure. Its services include a National Toll-Free Helpline (866-232-8484) staffed by licensed social workers, the National Memory Screening Program, educational conferences and materials, and “AFA Partners in Care” dementia care training for healthcare professionals. For more information about AFA, call 866-232-8484, visit www.alzfdn.org, follow us on Twitter or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn. AFA has earned Charity Navigator’s top 4-star rating for seven consecutive years.
