The 3rd annual Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place Sunday, Sept. 20, at Bridgeport Park in Valencia. More than 800 residents from throughout the Santa Clarita Valley will participate in this upbeat and inspiring event to raise awareness and funds to fight the disease.

In addition to the 4K route, Walk to End Alzheimer’s will include entertainment, food, awards and a family festival with KidZone. Walkers who raise $100 receive a commemorative T-shirt, and there are prizes for top fund-raising teams and individuals. Onsite registration opens at 7:30 a.m., opening ceremonies begin at 8:30 and the walk begins at 9 a.m.

To start a team, make a donation, or volunteer, contact the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org/socal or (800) 272-3900.

Major sponsors for the Santa Clarita Walk to End Alzheimer’s include Oakmont of Santa Clarita, M.A.P.S, and Summerhill Villa.

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the nation’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Held annually in hundreds of communities across the country, this inspiring event calls on people of all ages to get involved and raise funds in the fight against Alzheimer’s, the nation’s sixth leading cause of death. Walkers include those living with the disease, families, caregivers, and corporate and community leaders who actively support Walk To End Alzheimer’s.

About the Alzheimer’s Association – California Southland Chapter

The Alzheimer’s Association, California Southland Chapter is a donor-supported, voluntary health organization committed to research, care and support for those living with Alzheimer’s disease and their families in the counties of Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Inyo, Kings, Mono and Tulare. For more than 30 years, the chapter has served thousands of Alzheimer’s affected-families. The Alzheimer’s Association also provides education for health care professionals, caregivers and the general public; advocacy for improved public policy and legislation; and financial support to increase research to find the cause and cure for this devastating disease. For more information, visit www.alz.org/socal or call 800-272-3900.