Senior living community devoted to supporting all affected by dementia

Sunnyside Manor, a senior living community in Wall, NJ, has joined the Alzheimer’s Association Greater New Jersey Chapter as a 2024 Walk to End Alzheimer’s® sponsor of the Monmouth-Ocean Walk.

The Monmouth-Ocean Walk to End Alzheimer’s will be held on Sunday, September 22 on the Boardwalk at 5th & Ocean Ave., in Bradley Beach. 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.

“We are very thankful for Sunnyside Manor’s support. Together, we will reach more families who need information, resources and guidance as they face an Alzheimer’s diagnosis and caregiving challenges.” said Cheryl Ricci-Francione, executive director, Alzheimer’s Association Greater New Jersey Chapter. “In addition, funding will support critical research exploring the causes of, and treatments for, Alzheimer’s disease.” The involvement and financial support of our sponsors, especially during September, which coincides with World Alzheimer’s Day on September 21, is especially meaningful."

On August 20 from 6-7 pm, Sunnyside Manor is hosting - Research Advances and Advocacy. This program offers information on the latest treatment and research breakthroughs and our advocacy work at the local, state, and federal levels. Register at https://bit.ly/3SyFSpG.

“Our Sunnyside Manor participants are proud to support the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The Alzheimer’s Association continues to provide valuable support services and educational programs to individuals living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, while also supporting critically needed research,” said MaryEllen Keane, LNHA, CPA, owner and administrator, Sunnyside Manor. “We are aware of the dramatic impact Alzheimer’s has on our residents and their families, so we are committed to support the Alzheimer’s Association.”

Jennifer Bavaro, CALA, director of community relations adds, “We are committed to supporting the community on their dementia journey and value our partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association Greater New Jersey Chapter as it helps us both provide educational and care guidance to the growing number of families affected by the disease.”

More than 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer's disease, including nearly 190,000 New Jerseyans– 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 which includes 272,000 in New Jersey.

Register your team today. Sign up as a Team Captain or register to walk as an individual. Learn more at alz.org/njwalk. To donate, text 2ENDALZ to 51555, or contact kllido@alz.org for more information.