The Aberdeen Memory Walk took place in Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen on September 18 to raise money to help support 3,500 people living with dementia across the region and the countless partners, family members and friends also affected.
Nearly 300 walkers enjoyed the September sunshine and were entertained by a Zumba warm-up, Aberdeen Chorus of Sweet Adelines and the Guarana Street Drums.
Andrea Watt, Community Fundraiser and spokesperson for Alzheimer Scotland, said: “We are so grateful to the hundreds of people who walked with us to challenge dementia once and for all. Together we can make a huge difference to the lives of people living with dementia and their carers across the region and further support our mission that no one should live with dementia alone. It was a memorable and poignant day and we are very grateful for all the support.”
Dementia is the biggest health and social care challenge faced by society today. There are more than 90,000 people living with dementia in Scotland and around 76% of Scots know someone who has the illness or cares for someone with dementia. The money raised from the Aberdeen Memory Walk will be used to support local dementia services at the Aberdeen Dementia Resource Centre on King Street.
If you have any questions about dementia and of the services available in your area call Alzheimer Scotland’s free 24 hour Dementia Helpline on 0808 808 3000 or visit the website at www.alzscot.org.
Memory Walks are also supported by HSBC.