RiverWoods Teams Rally for 2026 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Residents and staff from RiverWoods participated in two Walk to End Alzheimer’s events across New Hampshire this fall, raising thousands of dollars to support research and local care initiatives. According to the RiverWoods Manchester report, the organization’s teams joined thousands of participants in Portsmouth and Merrimack to increase visibility for the Alzheimer’s Association and provide support for families managing dementia diagnoses.
The Manchester community focused its efforts on the Central NH Walk, held at the Merrimack Premium Outlets. Beyond sponsoring the event, the team raised $3,686, contributing directly to the association’s mission of providing resources for those affected by the disease. For the participants, the event served as both a fundraiser and a public show of solidarity with families currently managing the complexities of Alzheimer’s.
Further east, the Seacoast Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Portsmouth drew a significant contingent from the Exeter and Durham healthcare centers. The RiverWoods team raised more than $12,000 for the cause, marking a substantial increase in financial support compared to their local activities in Manchester. The participation extended beyond monetary donations, as residents from the Exeter and Durham communities spent time crafting colorful bandanas for the dogs participating in the event, adding a personal, creative touch to the organization’s sponsored pet area.
The Human Cost of Dementia Care
While the walks provide a platform for awareness, the daily challenges of dementia remain a significant concern for families throughout New Hampshire. RiverWoods reports that Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia affect individuals, families, and communities in deeply personal ways, and their own work highlights the challenges caregivers face in coping with the disease.
The organization operates the Seacoast Dementia Hub, a cost-free resource designed to help caregivers handle the challenges of the disease. By connecting families with specialized organizations and support networks, the hub attempts to bridge the gap between a clinical diagnosis and the daily reality of caregiving.
For the residents of RiverWoods, the walk shows that many families are forced to face dementia without adequate guidance, reinforcing the necessity of community-led resources.
