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Donate NowAfter nearly two decades, Walk to End Alzheimer’s will take place at
Cooper River Park in September 2025
Philadelphia, PA, January 14, 2025—After a nearly two-decade hiatus, Cooper River Park willonce again be home to Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Association Delaware Valley
Chapter proudly expands Walk into Camden County, New Jersey as part of its ongoing work to
build connections and support those in communities all across the greater Philadelphia area. The
2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Cooper River will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2025.
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s-largest event to raise
awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Held annually in more than 600
communities nationwide, this inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join
the fight against the disease.
“Camden County, and particularly the city of Camden, has been investing tremendously in the
health and wellness of its residents, not only focusing on prevention and early intervention, but
addressing community needs of support, education and resources. We have seen this firsthand
through our partnerships with various organizations throughout the area, as we work together to
educate residents, employees and employers on the risks and impacts of dementia,” said Colleen
Gill, Manager of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Cooper River.
Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease 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 New Jersey alone, there are nearly 190,000 people
living with the disease and 272,000 caregivers.
"I lost my nana to Alzheimer's, and now as an Oasis Senior Advisor I work to support families
facing this devastating disease. These families often feel alone, lost and overwhelmed, like
they've been dropped into a dense forest without a map,” said Rashonda Ambrose, Owner, Oasis
Senior Advisors and Community Engagement Committee Chair for the Cooper River Walk. “The
Walk to End Alzheimer's brings hope, helps families connect with a supportive community,
discover vital resources, and gain the strength and knowledge they need to navigate this
challenging journey—together. I will be at the Walk to honor my nana and hope that the Camden
County community will join us there.”
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.
Gill, who also manages Walks in Cumberland County and Ocean City, NJ, added, “by bringing
Walk to End Alzheimer’s to Camden County, along the scenic Cooper River, we are bringing
together local residents, businesses and community organizations—in yet another way—to raise
awareness and to help in the fight against Alzheimer’s.”
To register and receive the latest updates for this year’s Alzheimer’s Association Walk
to End Alzheimer’s, visit alz.org/delval/walk.
Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s ®
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’sis the world’s largest event to raise
awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s
Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk®; now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s.
Together, we can end Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer's Association®
The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide voluntary health organization dedicated to
Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Its mission is to lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all
other dementia—by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and
maximizing quality care and support. Visit alz.org or call 800.272.3900.
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