The 19th Annual Green County Alzheimer's Walk is proud to announce Ronda Toepfer as the Honorary Chairperson.

"I've been involved with the Alzheimer's Walk for over 17 years. I've been a caregiver for just as long," says Toepfer.

Toepfer is a Resident Assistant at Aster Assisted Living in Monroe. "I like the feeling when you help someone and have an appreciation for the work I do." Toepfer's compassionate care is undeniable and she goes the extra mile for those in her care.

She understands the impact Alzheimer's and dementia has on individuals and the families. "Everybody has been affected; it's harder to see it affect the family. It's heartbreaking," she says.

By participating in the walks, "I'm doing something hopeful," Toepfer says. "It's about Alzheimer's awareness and the walks continue to bring hope. Even though this year's walk is virtual, it shouldn't be forgotten because the issues with Alzheimer's are still out there."

Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, this year's walks will be virtual and not at the Behring Senior Center in Monroe. Instead, walkers are encouraged to "Walk Your Way". Participants can walk at home, at a neighborhood park or wherever exercise can be enjoyed.

Registration is open for the 2020 Green County Alzheimer's Walk. Please visit the website http://www.alzwisc.org/alzheimers-walks/ to sign up. Individuals, teams and families are encouraged to walk. Funds raised for the Alzheimer's Walk stay local in Green County to provide free programs, education, services and resources from the Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin.

On Wednesday, September 9, 2020, participants can register and drop off walk donations at the ADAW tent located in the Behring Senior Center parking lot from 4:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Free Culver's scoop coupons will be given to donors while supplies last. Log on to the walk website to watch special presentation videos and hear the live announcements of the fundraising Top Teams on September 12th, at 10:00 a.m.

Teena Monk-Gerber is a Dementia Outreach Specialist with the Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin (ADAW). She provides free support resources and consultations for individuals and families in Green and Rock counties. Please contact Teena by phone at (608) 843-3544 or email her at teena.monk-gerber@alzwisc.org. She's only a phone call or email away to support those who are on the Alzheimer's or dementia journey.

Alzheimer's & Dementia Alliance of Wisconsin is dedicated in providing individuals and families free services care consultations, caregiver support groups, as well as education and early-stage enrichment programs. With outreach offices in 15 counties in the southcentral region of Wisconsin.