Scotland's Memory Walk hoping to make every step count for Alzheimer's

BIG-hearted folk all over Moray are being asked to sign up to Alzheimer Scotland’s Memory Walk this year.

The aim is to raise vital funds to support people living with dementia across the country.

Scotland’s Memory Walk takes place over the weekend September 15-17.

People can choose where they want to walk, who they want to walk with, and on which day over the Memory Walk Weekend that suits them best. Participants can opt for a route that has special meaning with family and friends or a challenge with colleagues.

The walk could be a lap of the garden, a stroll through the park or from one side of town to the other – the distance does not matter.

It is free to take part, although everyone is encouraged to raise as much as they can. Every penny raised from Scotland’s Memory Walk will help Alzheimer Scotland to continue to fund their vital network of dementia advisors, resource centres and 24-hour freephone dementia helpline (0808 808 3000), that have become such crucial supports for people living with dementia, their family members, friends and carers.

Kirsty Stewart, Executive Lead for Stakeholder Engagement at Alzheimer Scotland, said: “Scotland’s Memory Walks have become a firm favourite in our annual fundraising calendar and is such a special way of bringing communities together.

"I’m always blown-away at how Scotland comes out en masse, emblazoned in purple, to raise awareness of dementia, share their experiences, and raise vital funds.

"By taking part in Scotland’s Memory Walk, you are helping to prevent today, care now and cure tomorrow. Every step counts – sign up today.”

To sign up to Scotland’s Memory Walk, visit https://memorywalk.alzscot.org/