Carlow to take part in Alzheimer’s Memory Walk
The group of walkers pictured last year at the Alzheimer Society of Ireland 'Memory Walk' in Oak Park, Carlow. Photo: Michael O'Rourke
COUNTY Carlow will proudly host a memory walk this month as part of the nationwide Alzheimer’s Memory Walk. It takes place on Sunday 21 September, World Alzheimer’s Day. The beautiful Oak Park, Carlow will be the perfect setting for the walk, with the community gathering there at a meeting point before the walk begins at 11am.
Families, friends and neighbours will walk together in solidarity with the 64,000 people living with dementia in Ireland – and in remembrance of those who are sadly no longer with us.
Local champion for Carlow is Tara Rice, who will lead the 5km walk.
“I am really looking forward to this year’s Carlow Memory Walk. People around the world will come together in support of those living with dementia and their loved ones, and here in Carlow we will walk together. Memory walk is a chance to share memories and create new ones and is such a lovely event for everyone who attends. I would encourage everyone who can to register now at www.memorywalk.ie.”
Now in its sixth year, the Alzheimer’s Memory Walk supported by Aviva is more than a fundraiser; it’s a celebration of connection, compassion and community. In 2024, nearly 3,500 walkers across Ireland raised over €150,000 to support vital services, including daycare, support groups, family carer training, social clubs, memory cafés and the ASI National Helpline.
