As we prepare for our Walk to End Alzheimer’s season starting in mid-September, we would like to take a moment to recognize our dedicated Walk Team. Throughout the year, this team works tirelessly to ensure that we continue to raise awareness, fundraise for research and host successful walks across Washington State and North Idaho. Learn a little more about each of our Walk the End Alzheimer’s Managers and what inspires them to continue to fight to end Alzheimer’s.
Erica
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself
I am originally from Utah, grew up in Oregon and moved to Washington after college. I have 4 rescue dogs currently and secretly want another one 🙂 I also have a giant day Gecko named Kiko who is also a rescue. I love going kayaking, hiking, and floating on the river.
2. What walks do you manage/support?
Tri-Cities, Yakima, Wenatchee
3. What inspires you to come to work every day?
Knowing the work I do today will one day lead to a cure for this awful disease!
4. What’s your favorite walk memory?
The promise garden ceremony is always my favorite part of walk. Seeing all the flowers raised and letting everyone know they are not alone in this fight.
Maddy
Jordan
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself
I am Jordan Hunter and I work out of Spokane, Washington. My husband Perry and I have two little girls – Lucy, who is two and Ella, who is six months old, as well as our first baby Caesar who’s a five-year-old golden retriever.
2. What walks do you manage/support?
I lead four walks. I have Spokane, Coeur d’Alene, Lewiston, and Moses Lake.
3. What inspires you to come to work every day?
My girls. I want to live in a world where I don’t have to fear forgetting a single memory. I want to be part of the cure, and close down the Alzheimer’s Association when we create a world free of Alzheimer’s and dementia.
4. What’s your favorite walk memory?
It’s hard to pick just one. My favorite part of walk is seeing families come together and rally around their loved ones.
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself
I am from Los Angeles, California and I love the sun, beach and being outside! I went to UW and now live in Kirkland. I love to spend time outside near Lake Washington and trying new restaurants.
2. What walks do you manage/support?
Where to begin?! I lead the North Olympic Peninsula and Longview walks, and provide support to all of the west side walks.
3. What inspires you to come to work every day?
The mission of the Association and knowing how our services help families, my family included.
4. What’s your favorite walk memory?
This will be my third walk season and I’m very excited! I think my favorite memories so far have just been seeing all the walks I have supported come together on event day, with help from our wonderful volunteers. I have loved every promise garden ceremony I have been to as well!
Lauren
1. Tell us a little bit about yourself
My name is Lauren Carroll. I am from Texas but have now lived in Seattle for 10 years. I enjoy crafting, spending time with family and friends, tubing, and making ornaments.
2. What walks do you manage/support?
I support all of the Walks in Washington and North Idaho via sponsorships, invoicing, team recruitment, and donations.
3. What inspires you to come to work every day?
I am inspired to come to such a vibrant workplace that is doing something to end Alzheimer’s.
4. What’s your favorite walk memory?
I love seeing all the costumes and people taking pictures in the Promise Garden.
Join the Fight
With over 16 Walk to End Alzheimer’s events across Washington and North Idaho, there are endless opportunities to get involved. Volunteer for a walk, start a team or donate at alz.org/walk.
Share Your Story
When we share our story, we remind others that they are not alone. Share your story, find your community, and inspire others. Share your “Why I Walk” story here.