10k's for 100 Days - Walking for Dad and Alzheimer's WA
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In June this year, my beautiful Dad died after a long and drawn-out journey with Alzheimer's. His death has left a huge 'empty space' in the life of our family ... and a huge 'hole' in my own heart.
A couple of years ago I did the Alzheimer's WA "Walk to Remember" while on holidays in Albany. I wanted to do the Walk again this year in honour of Dad, but there isn't one anywhere near to where I live.
So I've decided to organise my own walk instead!
On Sunday 15 September, it will be 100 days since Dad died. It just so happens that the distance between the two Churches in the parish where I minister is exactly 10 kilometres. So after my morning Mass on Sunday 15 September, I will set off from the Immaculate Conception Church in Dardanup and walk to St Louis' Church in Boyanup, for what I'm calling my ...
... "10k's for 100 Days - Walking for Dad and Alzheimer's WA."
Alzheimer's is a thief. It robs people of their personality, their history and their relationships. It robs family members of so much of the person they once knew.
It seems to be affecting more and more people each year, so if you are able to, please dig deep and sponsor me ... and help Alzheimer's WA to continue supporting individuals and families impacted by this disease.
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Alzheimer’s WA advocates, educates, supports and engages Western Australians living with all types of dementia. Our vision is of a world where people with dementia and their families are supported and valued on their dementia journey. Together we can ensure no one faces dementia alone.
Alzheimer’s WA advocates, educates, supports and engages Western Australians living with all types of dementia. Our vision is of a world where people with dementia and their families are supported and valued on their dementia journey. Together we can ensure no one faces dementia alone.
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