Covington Cty. Alzheimer’s Walk planned for Sunday, April 6

Covington County residents are invited to join the fight to end Alzheimer’s by participating in the Covington County Mini Walk to End Alzheimer’s benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 2 p.m. on the Barbara L. McClain Walking Trail at LBW Community College in Andalusia.

Registration for the walk will be at 2 p.m. followed by an opening ceremony at 3 p.m. The walk will begin at 3:15 p.m.

On Walk day, participants honor those affected by Alzheimer’s with the poignant Promise Garden ceremony — a mission-focused experience that signifies our solidarity in the fight against the disease. The colors of the Promise Garden flowers represent people’s connection to Alzheimer’s — their personal reasons to end the disease.

“This is a cause that’s close to me,” said LBW employee and Alzheimer’s Association supporter DeAndra Pyron. “I’m thrilled that the Covington County Walk is returning and that LBW will be the site as we walk for a cure. Please join our team online and know that no amount is too small.”

More than 6 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, which is a leading cause of death in the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

In Alabama alone, there are more than 103,000 people living with the disease and 216,000 unpaid caregivers.

To register for the walk and to receive the latest updates check out the Facebook page under the same name or contact DeAndra at dpyron@lbwcc.edu or call 334-881-2247.