The Alzheimer’s Annual Memory Walk will take place in Killarney National Park on September 24.

The local event is one of 30 taking place nationwide and it gives families, friends and those living with dementia the opportunity to come together, honour, celebrate and raise funds for the vital support services that The Alzheimer Society of Ireland provides.

The Killarney walk takes please in the National Park at 11am and participants can register now via www.memorywalk.ie.

Local Champion and National Information and Helpline Officer for The Alzheimer Society of Ireland, Amanda Keane will lead the Killarney walk.

“I am thrilled to be a local champion for the 2023 Alzheimer's Memory Walk. I'm really looking forward to the Killarney Alzheimer's Memory Walk which should attract huge crowds,” she said.

The Alzheimer’s Memory Walk is a family-friendly event suitable for all ages and walking abilities to unite friends, families and communities to raise awareness and funds for dementia supports. The Alzheimer Society of Ireland is aiming to secure over 3,000 walkers across Ireland to participate and help raise funds for vital services that support so many people living with dementia and those who care for them. These services include Daycare, Daycare at Home, Family Carer Training, Social Clubs, Cafés, and a National Helpline.