My name is Don Sweet. I live in Yakima with my wife Cindy. We have been married for five years now. I work as a Job Developer at a nonprofit organization that trains and employs adults with disabilities. I am the Walk Chair for the Yakima Walk to End Alzheimer’s and the captain of Team Cha Cha (more to come on the name later). My … Continue reading Taking care of Mom: Why I Walk
This November, in honor of National Family Caregivers Month, we are telling the stories of family caregivers. Bob Reinholt met his wife George Ann at the University of Washington in 1956. They married and settled in the Yakima Valley to raise their family. In 2008, Bob noticed changes in George Ann, such as misplacing items, forgetting small things (like dates) and trouble keeping score on the … Continue reading Husband and Caregiver: Bob Reinholt
The Walk is over. The fight is not. Move us one step closer to a world without Alzheimer’s disease. Thousands of people across Washington and North Idaho came together this fall in the fight against Alzheimer’s, and together, raised over $1.52 million so far. Thank you! To ensure our services are fully funded — like the 24/7 Helpline, support groups, education programs, disease research and more … Continue reading Two Million Reasons to End Alzheimer’s
Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease! Join us in the fight for Alzheimer’s first survivor at alzwa.org/walk Continue reading Walk to End Alzheimer’s- Washington State Chapter 2019
