Once again, I will be participating in the Ride to End ALZ South Carolina, a 255-mile cycling journey from Greenville, SC to Charleston. Previously known as A Ride to Remember, this event raises funds for the research, care and support efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. Last year I completed the 3 day adventure for the first time. The passion of the riders and the tremendous support of all the volunteers and local communities is truly awe-inspiring.
Alzheimer's y la demencia han afectado a muchos de los que conocemos o a sus seres queridos. Nuestra familia se ha visto afectada significativamente durante los últimos 15 años tanto en el lado de Cowan como en el de Jervis. Perdimos a la madre de Wheeler, Jean Jervis, por Alzheimer's 2 years ago. My mother, Marge Cowan continues to decline with dementia, and my father, Ron Cowan, passed away from Lewy Body Dementia 10 years ago.
Wheeler and I enjoy riding throughout the year--but we look forward to riding again with purpose this July--to recognize and honor all of those affected in the past and present. Again, we hope to contribute to the awareness/fundraising efforts needed for research to help treat those affected now and reduce the number of people affected in the future. Although there has been some progress made in Alzheimer's testing and treatment...there is much more work to be done--SO ONCE AGAIN, WE RIDE TO END ALZHEIMER'S.
The fundraising support from friends and family last year was overwhelming, and it totally fueled my fire and desire to persevere and complete the ride. Thank you for considering a donation and cheering me on!
https://act.alz.org/site/TR?fr_id15346&pgpersonal&px9827719
¡Anímame!