Memory walk raises $3000
More than 60 staff, residents and families of Peninsula Village turned out for the first annual Memory Walk along Brisbane Water Dr on September 27.
Among the local participants were Gosford mayor Cr Chris Holstein and Cr Jeff Strickson.
Event coordinator Ms Hayley Stephenson said the event raised $3000.
"The walk set off from Koolewong Reserve at 9.30am and headed to Fisherman's Wharf, Woy Woy.
"It was great to see a whole mix of people get involved on the day.
"The oldest participant, Mona Roche, 94, of Peninsula Village Hostel completed the walk in 45 minutes and the blustery conditions didn't hold her back!
"Our youngest participant was under two.
"After the walk, participants were invited back to Peninsula Village where a sausage sizzle was being held and entertainment provided.
"All money will be donated to Alzheimers Australia to further fund research into dementia.
"Due to its success, Peninsula Village will be holding this walk each year to coincide with Dementia Awareness week.
"We're hoping to gain great support from the community and hoping to further increase dementia awareness within the general public."
Press release, 30 Sep 2009
Hayley Stephenson, Peninsula Village