The annual Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s is coming up on October 19th in Floral City. This walk will give participants the opportunity to choose from 3 different walk options. You can participate in a 1/4 mile walk, 1.5 mile walk, or a Historic walk.

Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s

How can you participate in the walk?

Walkers have their choice of: 1/4 Mile Walk, 1.5 Mile Walk or a Historic Walk
Kids – 5 & Under: FREE     
Junior – Ages 6 – 12: $10.00     
Adult – 13 & Up: $25.00
Team – $20.00 each with a minimum of 10

8:00 AM Pre-Registration | 9:00 AM Opening Ceremonies  | 9:30 AM Walk to Begin

Event parking at Ferris Grove’s, 7607 S Florida Ave., Floral City, FL. 34436

Sign up on the Alzheimer’s Family site

Find-M’ Friends issues Alzheimer’s walking team challenge

Find-M’ Friends, the winner of the Mary Blair Darling Award for sponsoring the largest team of walkers at the 2018 Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s, has issued a challenge to other organizations in Citrus County to try to take away their trophy at the upcoming 2019 Walk.  The event, which benefits the non-profit Alzheimer’s Family Organization (AFO), will take place in Floral City on Saturday, October 19, 2019.
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Alzheimer’s Walk to feature nostalgic cars

When participants arrive in Floral City on October 19^th to walk to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Family Organization, they will find a colorful new feature at the event; a display of beautifully nostalgic automobiles and hot rods provided by members of The Geezers Hot Rod Non-Club of Citrus County.  The exhibit will be on the walking route along the beautiful Avenue of Oaks in a shady, wooded area provided by the First Baptist Church of Floral City.
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Historic Duval Metz House to open for Alzheimer’s Walk

The historic Duval Metz House, thought to be the oldest residential structure in Citrus County, will be open for visitation at Citrus County Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s in Floral City on October 19, 2019.
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Floral City Library to become Resource Center during Alzheimer’s Walk

The Floral City Library, located in Floral City’s Town Center, will become an Alzheimer’s Resource Center during Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s on October 19, 2019.  There, individuals attending the Walk will find information tables for a wide range of resources available to caregivers for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia in Citrus County, many of which are free.
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Paula’s Pure Vintage to entertain at Alzheimer’s Walk

For the third year in a row, Paula’s Pure Vintage, led by Paula Bateman, will perform at Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s in Floral City on October 19, 2019. 
Bateman admits that this is a special performance for her group for two reasons.  First, the charity event is close to her heart since she also volunteers as a caregiver support group leader for the Alzheimer’s Family Organization, and because one of the members of her band, Earl Mills, is a musician living with vascular dementia.  She says, “This is one of the ways we give back to the cause and help raise money for the Alzheimer’s Family Organization. 
Participants can enter the Walk the morning of the event, or register early online at alzheimersfamily.org/walkaware/.  

How to support Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s even if you cannot be there

There are two ways to support Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s even if you cannot be at the walk in Floral City on October 19^th. 
The first is a point-of-sale campaign among selected Inverness and Floral City businesses where you can make a donation and proudly write your name on your purple walking legs.  Make a donation of any amount at The Hen House Cafe, Head to Toe by Julie and Jo, or The Diner and they will display your walking legs ribbon as an example to others.
Another way to “walk” is to join Virtual Team Coping where you can make a $20 or larger contribution to be on a virtual team for supports who cannot be present at the Walk. 
To join Virtual Team Coping, go to alzheimersfamily.org/walkaware/. Next, click “Join a Team.” A form will appear where you fill in “Virtual Team Coping” as your team, complete the entry form, and pay your $20 entry fee on-line.
Those who want to participate at the actual Walk can enter in Floral City the morning of the event; October 19, 2019. For more information about Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s, call 352-616-0170.

Floral City Walk to include local food fare

You can just follow the smoke to find succulent bar-b-q prepared on the spot by members of the Mount Carmel Methodist Church at Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s in Floral City on October 19^th.  It will be the third year that the local congregation has provided food for the Walk while donating a portion of each sale to the Alzheimer’s Family Organization.
In addition, Ms. Alida’s famous sweet potato pies will be available, though participants are warned not to delay since these favorites always sell out early.
To enter the Walk on line, go to www.alzheimersfamily.org/walkaware/. Or, entries will be accepted on site for a $25 entry fee the morning of the event.  For more information about Citrus Walk Aware for Alzheimer’s, call 352-616-0170.