Wednesday, June 25, 2014

The Greatest Football Game of the Year

It's the 5th Annual Columbus Blondes vs. Brunettes Flag Football game! Come cheer on the blondes and brunettes as they tackle Alzheimer's by raising funds and awareness ... put on by the Central Ohio Alzheimer’s Association Junior Committee!

Blondes vs Brunettes is a volunteer-driven family fun event that brings the passion and spirit of young community leaders together to support the Alzheimer’s Association.

Held Sunday, June 29th at the Columbus Commons, kickoff is 1:00 PM. The event is free, open to the public and will include:
  • Food vendors
  • Raffle
  • DJ
  • Half-time show




Though admission is free, donations are strongly encouraged to advance the work of the Alzheimer’s Association in research and supporting those affected by Alzheimer’s disease.

A BIG thank-you to sponsors: Pure Silk, E-cycle, Mac Murray, Peterson & Shuster LLP, Stanley Steamer and Matrix Media.

Come early to show your support June 29th as the two teams come together to fight for yards, glory, flags … and most of all, a cure.

Thursday, June 19, 2014

Training for the Walk

So, you signed up for the Central Ohio Walk to End Alzheimer's, now what? We know that completing a 5k is no easy feat ... and whether you are an experienced runner - or an experienced couch potato - it's important to properly prepare for the 3.1 miles ahead. You have the choice to either run or walk, but if you are a go-getter and hoping to run in the event, perhaps you’ll consider earning a spot in the prestigious Champions Club.

To ensure that your 5K race is successful, The Central Ohio Alzheimer's Association has compiled a training guide for the Walk to End Alzheimer's. See our easy to follow guide below and you’ll be on your way to proper training preparation.


Week
Training Day 1
Training Day 2
Training Day 3

1
• Jog for 90 seconds 
• Walk for 2 minutes
• Alternate between the two for a total of 20 minutes
• Same as Day 1

• Same as Day 1


2
• Jog for 90 seconds 
• Walk for 2 minutes
• Alternate between the two for a total of 20 minutes
• Same as Day 1

• Same as Day 1


3
• Jog for 90 seconds
• Walk for 90 seconds
• Alternate between the two for a total of 20 minutes

• Same as Day 1

• Same as Day 1

4
• Jog for ¼ mile, or roughly 3 minutes
• Walk for 90 seconds
• Alternate between the two for a total of 20 minutes

• Same as Day 1

• Same as Day 1

5
• Jog for ½ mile, or for roughly 5 minutes
• Walk for ¼ mile, or roughly 3 minutes
• Jog for ½ mile, or for roughly 5 minutes
• Walk for ¼ mile, or roughly 3 minutes
• Jog for ½ mile, or for roughly 5 minutes

• Same as Day 1

• Warm Up
• Jog for 2 miles in roughly 20 minutes without walking
6
• Jog ½ mile, or for roughly five minutes
• Walk ¼ mile, or for roughly 3 minutes
• Jog ¾ mile, or for roughly eight minutes
• Walk ¼ mile, or for roughly 3 minutes
• Jog ½ mile, or for roughly five minutes
• Jog 1 mile, or for roughly 10 minutes
• Walk ¼ mile, or for roughly 3 minutes
• Jog 1 mile, or for roughly 10 minutes

• Jog 2 ¼ miles for roughly 22 minutes without walking
7
• Jog for 2.5 miles, or for roughly 25 minutes, without walking

• Same as Day 1

• Same as Day 1

8
• Jog for 2.75 miles, or for roughly 25 minutes, without walking

• Same as Day 1

• Same as Day 1

9
• Jog for full 3 miles, or for roughly 30 minutes, without walking
• Same as Day 1

• Same as Day 1






Thursday, June 12, 2014

16 Hours to Raise Funds and Awareness for Alzheimer’s

On The Longest Day, Alzheimer’s teams around the world come together to honor the strength, passion and endurance of caregivers and patients facing Alzheimer's.

The event is held on the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, and gives participants a sense of what 24/7 caregivers experience each day. On June 21st, participants will take part in more than 16 consecutive hours of an activity of their choice and raise $100 per hour, for a total of $1600 over the course of the day. Participants show their compassion and support for those living with Alzheimer’s, along with their respect and admiration. More than 15 million caregivers provide committed, around-the-clock assistance to those suffering with the disease. They are most definitely a group worth honoring.

You can start by grabbing your friends and picking an activity you love! Activities can include bowling, boating, playing cards, walking, playing sports, baking, dancing, hiking, crafting, etc. Get more ideas here!




Funds raised from The Longest Day will be used by the Alzheimer’s Association for accelerated research across the globe, for providing care and support to those in need and for advocating the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer’s.

To learn more about how you can get involved, call your local association at 614.457.6003 and ask for Matt.

Thursday, June 5, 2014

Walking to End Alz


Each year, family, friends, caregivers and concerned community members in our 14 county service area come together and Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The event raises funds to help advance research and support those living with the disease. You can walk, make a difference and provide hope to millions affected by Alzheimer’s or related dementia. The following walks are taking place throughout Central Ohio:


Saturday, August 9 – Perry County

Saturday, August 16 – Circleville

Saturday, September 20 - Columbus

Saturday, October 11 – Chillicothe

Sunday, October 26 - Delaware

In November 2014 – Marion