WAKEFIELD — Walkers are preparing for the 24th annual Walk of Hope for ALS, a 3.5-mile walk around Lake Quannapowitt in Wakefield to benefit The Angel Fund for ALS Research on Saturday, September 6. The walk begins with registration at 9 a.m. and the walk stepping off at 11 a.m. The release of doves in honor of those living with ALS and those who have lost their courageous to the disease will be held prior to the start of the walk.
The Angel Fund for ALS Research is a nonprofit charity dedicated to supporting the ALS research of Dr. Robert Brown, Jr. and his team at UMass Chan Medical School in Worcester. ALS, more commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, is a progressive, always fatal neuromuscular disease which leads to muscle weakness and as it progresses, results in total paralysis and the inability to speak and swallow while the mind and senses remain intact.
Walkers of all abilities are encouraged to participate as individuals or as a team. To register as a walker or to register a team, log-on to The Angel Fund website at theangelfund.org or call the organization at 781-245-7070.
In addition to the walk around Lake Quannapowitt, the event includes activities and refreshments for all registered walkers. Kings Bowl of Lynnfield, an annual supporter of the walk will again provide refreshments for registered walkers, as will Shaws of Wakefield.
The Angel Fund will also honor those who have ALS and those who have lost their battle with the disease with the Faces of ALS®.
Donations to the Angel Fund for ALS Research can also be made online or can be sent to The Angel Fund, 649 Main St., Wakefield, MA 01880. All donations should be made payable to The Angel Fund for ALS Research. Walkers are encouraged to create their own webpage to raise money online. Registered walkers can create their page at https://theangelfund.org. Information about the walk can be obtained on the website at theangelfund.org/project/walk-of-hope or by calling 781-245-7070.