I’m walking in honor and memory of my grandfather, Robert Painter, to help reclaim the future for millions. My grandfather was a brilliant man who unfortunately lost his battle with Alzheimer’s three years ago.
Tag Archives: Alzheimer’s Association
Launching Rockets for The Longest Day
For The Longest Day 2016 campaign, Trevor’s Altitude for Alzheimer’s team raised $2,555.00. He has already registered his team for the 2017 campaign and, as a member of the South Eastern Virginia Rocketry Association (SEVRA), he works on honing his skills by participating in the club’s twice monthly launches.
Volunteer Spotlight – Allen Perry
Allen has dedicated the past 10 years to building the Virginia Beach Project Lifesaver Program. This is the largest program of its kind in the nation, having grown from serving 30 clients to over 340 clients today.
Why I Walk Wednesday with Brookdale Virginia Beach
At Brookdale Virginia Beach we all have different reasons why we support ALZ:
Why I Walk Wednesday Kristen Simonette Messmore
I’m walking in honor of my dad who had Alzheimer’s for 8-10 years. He passed away just 2 days shy of his 74th birthday.
Party for A Purpose
My company is a small organization of people that sponsors entertainment events for the open public. We also are an organization that believes in providing entertainment with a purpose. On December 17, 2016, we will be sponsoring a Holiday Event at the Virginia Living Museum with proceeds going to the Alzheimer’s Association.
10 Ways To Love Your Brain
10 Ways To Love Your Brain
Why I Walk Wednesday with Jason Herring
My first experience with Alzheimer’s (although I didn’t know what it was) was when I was around 10 years old. I remember going to the hospital to visit my grandpa who’d been recovering from open heart surgery. When I walked through the door I said “hey grandpa,” to which he responded, “who are you?”
Why I Walk Wednesday with JoAnne Coniglio
I am writing this on behalf of my brother Revell Milliner. He was often too shy to use his voice. He cannot speak today because a dementia-like illness took his life in 2007.
Why I Walk Wednesday with Becky Watson
I’m very proud to walk in RHYTHM with my purple DRUMs during numerous Alzheimer’s Association Southeastern Virginia Chapter Walks. These beautiful, light, and inviting drums create JOY and SMILES with just a gentle tap of the finger or hands … anyone can play a drum!
Alzheimer's Association Southeastern Virginia Chapter 