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Stamford Senior Living Community Waterstone on High Ridge Raises funds for Alzheimer's Association
Waterstone on High Ridge raises $3,300 with a Luau event, the first in a series of fundraisers leading up to Alzheimer's Walks in October
STAMFORD, CONN. - September, 2025 - Getting a jump on its October push to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Association, EPOCH Senior Living’s Waterstone on High Ridge community has raised $3,300 with a successful Luau-inspired event at the Stamford property.
The recent celebration featured food, hula dancers, and live entertainment, and marks the first in a series of events leading up to the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® in October.
“We are very excited about the results of our fundraiser,’’ said Jeanine Ricci, Senior Advisor at Waterstone on High Ridge. “This is a wonderful start, and we want to encourage everyone to support us at the upcoming Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Sherwood Island State Park on October 26.”
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Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's® is the world's largest fundraiser for Alzheimer's care, support, and research. The event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease.
According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 5.8 million Americans are currently living with Alzheimer’s disease, a number projected to nearly triple to 14 million by 2050.
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EPOCH Senior Living has been recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association for excellence in dementia care with Purple Flag for Dementia Care™ accreditation that encourages excellence in caring for people living with Alzheimer's Disease and other dementias.
“We are extremely proud of our residents and employees at Waterstone on High Ridge for their enthusiasm in raising funds for this important cause,’’ said Laurie Gerber, Chairperson of EPOCH Senior Living. “Our teams work with residents with dementia and memory issues every day, so they are well aware of the great work of the Alzheimer’s Association and the need to support organizations that help families who are struggling with this disease.”
Those interested in supporting the Waterstone High Ridge team can donate here.
For more information about Waterstone on High Ridge, visit www.waterstoneonhighridge.com or call 203-361-9717.
About Waterstone on High Ridge
Waterstone on High Ridge is the latest best-in-class independent senior living community created by leaders in the field. EPOCH Senior Living is the owner/operator and National Development is the owner/developer. EPOCH Senior Living operates 16 senior living communities in the Northeast.
