“Alzheimer’s is a mind-blowing disease that disproportionately impacts women – both as victims and caretakers of loved one’s suffering from it. With more than 5 million people living with Alzheimer’s in this country and every 70 seconds a new person developing Alzheimer’s, I believe it’s time to pick up the pace and start marching to defeat this devastating disease. We are inviting both women and men of all ages to join us in Long Beach.”

– Maria Shriver

Maria Shriver is a “child of Alzheimer’s” and has been a long-time vocal advocate for families like hers who are struggling with Alzheimer’s disease.  Shriver is the executive producer of the Emmy Award-winning HBO documentary, “Grandpa, Do You Know Who I Am?” which is based on her best-selling children’s book, “What’s Happening to Grandpa?” and is part of HBO’s The Alzheimer’s Project.  The film tells the story of children who are coping with grandparents suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. In 2009, Shriver testified before the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging, offering advice to families and caregivers who are affected by Alzheimer’s.  This year, she continues her efforts to bring awareness to the disease with the inaugural Maria Shriver’s March on Alzheimer’s…… READ MORE

Maria Shriver\’s March on Alzheimer\’s – October 24, 2010 – Long Beach, CA