The Alzheimer’s Association is calling on residents of Champaign, Urbana, and surrounding communities to come together for the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s® – Champaign/Urbana, taking place Saturday, September 20 at Crystal Lake Park (206 W. Park St., Urbana, IL 61801). The event begins at 8:30 a.m.
“This is a pivotal time in Alzheimer’s research and care. For the first time, we have treatments that can help change the course of the disease,” said Josh Cox, Walk Manager for the Alzheimer’s Association Illinois Chapter. “We invite everyone in our community to walk with us, form a team, and help raise funds for those impacted by Alzheimer’s. Every step moves us closer to a cure.”
Walk day features the inspiring Promise Garden ceremony, where participants raise brightly colored flowers to represent their personal connection to Alzheimer’s. This moving tradition symbolizes hope and the shared commitment to ending the disease.
Why We Walk
• Over 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s — a top cause of death in the U.S.
• Nearly 12 million unpaid caregivers support loved ones living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.
• In Illinois, more than 260,500 people are living with the disease, supported by 314,000 caregivers.
Join the Movement
Register, start a team, or donate by visiting:
👉 act.alz.org/CU
About the Walk to End Alzheimer’s®
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Since 1989, the event has united millions of people under one goal: to see a world without Alzheimer’s.
About the Alzheimer’s Association®
The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Our mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, promoting early detection and risk reduction, and ensuring quality care and support.
Learn more at alz.org or contact the 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.
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