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Alzheimer’s Tennessee to hold West Tennessee regional walk and car cruise Saturday at Jackson State Community College
Summary
Amanda Leech of Alzheimer’s Tennessee said the West Tennessee regional walk and car cruise will be 9 a.m.–noon Saturday at Jackson State Community College (check-in 9:00), with 100% of funds raised remaining in Tennessee to support services including support groups, law-enforcement training, and consultations.
Amanda Leech, representing Alzheimer’s Tennessee, said the West Tennessee regional walk and car cruise will take place Saturday at Jackson State Community College with check-in and registration at 9:00 a.m. and activities running from 9 a.m. to noon.
“This is our West Tennessee Regional Walk,” Leech said, describing the event as both a fundraiser and a day of remembrance and support for people living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. She said 100% of funds raised by Alzheimer’s Tennessee remain in-state to support services including support groups, law enforcement training, dementia-friendly congregations and one-on-one consultations.
Leech outlined event features including a car cruise, cake auction, food trucks, a pet parade, and a concert beginning mid-morning. She named Miss Tennessee Volunteer (Megan) as the event’s honorary celebrity and said the group expects attendance from across 21 West Tennessee counties.
On medical developments, Leech noted that a new infusion medication exists but cautioned eligibility is restricted and timing of therapy depends on early diagnosis and other factors. Alzheimer’s Tennessee advised families and caregivers to consult providers about suitability and to use the organization’s resources for local support.
Event organizers said the walk will be staged outdoors beside the campus pond and will move to the gym in case of rain.
