NEW YORK (1010 WINS) – The annual Alzheimer’s Walk will take place on Long Island on Saturday and is set to raise awareness and funds for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
Hosted by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA), the walk, taking place at Eisenhower Park in East Meadow, aims to support individuals, caregivers, and families facing the challenges of Alzheimer’s and related dementias, while also funding vital research toward a cure. The walk will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Baseball legend Dwight “Doc” Gooden volunteered to be a special guest at the event, where he will be engaging with walkers, signing autographs, and taking photos.
“The impact that this disease has on families…everyone is affected by this,” Gooden said during an interview with Audacy Mets Radio. “So, I’ll be at the park, signing autographs, walking as well, talking baseball…it’ll be a good day for a good cause.”
Participants who raise at least $100 will have the opportunity to meet Gooden and receive an autographed baseball, while those raising $250 or more will also enjoy a professional photo opportunity with the 1985 National League Cy Young Award winner and two-time World Series champion.