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The Walk to End Alzheimer's: Finding Empathy & Joy in Community

The Walk to End Alzheimer's: Finding Empathy & Joy in Community

Update: 2025-09-25
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Hello Alzheimer's host Karla Hult talks with Jennifer Hendrickson, Director of the Walk to End Alzheimer's, Twin Cities. Of the 600 walks throughout the country, the Twin Cities walk is one of the largest (typically in the top three). Jennifer shares how she works year-round to prepare for the powerful morning, and what -- or who -- inspires her commitment. 


The conversation also addresses how the Alzheimer's Association allocates the money raised during its largest fundraiser of the year (hint: it benefits all of us). Jennifer also shines light on all we can expect from this year's incredible celebration.


And Karla weighs in on why this walk -- or simply connecting with her extended Alzheimer's and other dementia family -- has meant so much to her family, even after her dad, Uncle Bill, Aunt MaryJean, Uncle Dick and Grandpa Hult all finished their Alzheimer's marathons. 


To learn more about participating or supporting a walk (or team) near you, just go to: alz.org/walk.


Jennifer and Karla also mention the Alzheimer's Association Helpline during this conversation. That number is: 1-800-272-3900.


As always, you can reach out to Karla with questions: Karla@SoManyGoodbyes.com. And please consider leaving a review and subscribing to "Hello Alzheimer's." Your support does make a difference. 

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The Walk to End Alzheimer's: Finding Empathy & Joy in Community

The Walk to End Alzheimer's: Finding Empathy & Joy in Community

So Many Goodbyes