A wave of Alzheimer’s Society fundraisers turned Windsor blue on Sunday 10 September 2023 at the charity’s Memory Walk, to help end the devastation caused by dementia.
The walk has already raised over £91,000 with more funds expected to come in over the coming weeks, with the charity predicting the final figure could exceed £110,000.
Dementia is the UK’s biggest killer, with one in three people born in the UK today going on to develop the condition in their lifetime.
Michelle Spratt from Wokingham, and her mum Vicky Donoghue, cut the ribbon in memory of Michelle’s father and Vicky’s husband John Donoghue who had dementia.
Michelle said: “As a family, we have thoroughly enjoyed this year’s Windsor Memory Walk and we were thrilled to have been asked to launch the walk by cutting the ribbon.”
“We had the chance to chat with like-minded people who understood the challenges of dementia, hearing their reasons for walking, and remembering and celebrating our beloved John Donoghue as we walked together in the glorious sunshine.”
“Beyond fundraising, the event fosters a sense of community and solidarity, making it a deeply meaningful experience for everyone involved. We look forward to the next one!”
Georgie Thornton, Alzheimer’s Society Community Fundraiser, said: “We are in awe of our incredible fundraisers, who turned out in their hundreds to support the more than 2000 people living with dementia across Berkshire and the 134,000 across the South East.
“It was extremely moving to see so many people come together to honour or remember their loved ones. Every pound raised from the Windsor Memory walk will make a huge difference.
“I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone who has helped make this year’s Memory Walk such a brilliant success.”
