Local Edward Jones branch to again join the Walk to End Alzheimer’s

LAURINBURG — Local Edward Jones Financial Advisor Becca Hughes and her branch office administrator will once again form a team, the Becca Hughes – Edward Jones team, to participate in the local Walk to End Alzheimer’s.

Additionally, on a national level, Edward Jones continues to serve as a National Presenting sponsor of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, with over 600 walks across the U.S., the world’s largest event to raise awareness for Alzheimer’s Association care, support and research.

“Supporting the Alzheimer’s Association® to find a cure for this terrible disease is something we are passionate about at Edward Jones,” Hughes said. “In our work and our personal lives, we have witnessed not only the physical toll this takes on families but also the financial drain. That’s why we partner with the Alzheimer’s Association, both at a national level and here in Scotland and surrounding areas.”

Alzheimer’s is one of the most expensive diseases, with a lifetime cost of care of more than $392,000, according to the Alzheimer’s Association® Disease Facts and Figures. Additionally, nearly 7 million Americans live with the disease today, and more than 11 million family members and friends serve as Alzheimer’s caregivers.

Since launching an alliance with the Alzheimer’s Association in 2016, Edward Jones has committed to contributing $50 million over a 10-year period. This is the largest ever pledged by a corporate sponsor to the Alzheimer’s Association. The funds will help enhance access to care and support programs, expand education materials for Edward Jones clients and associates, and advance critical Alzheimer’s research. To learn more about the Alzheimer’s disease, the work of the Alzheimer’s Association and resources for families living with Alzheimer’s, visit www.alz.org.

Join Edward Jones in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s

Between 2016 and year-end 2023, the Edward Jones walk teams throughout the country have collectively raised more than $45 million as of December 2023 and engaged more than 115,000 walkers.

To keep this momentum going, Edward Jones invites community members to consider joining the 2024 Becca Hughes – Edward Jones team. Contact Becca or Aimee at 910-361-2567.

The Moore County walk will take place on September 14, 2024 at Sandhills Community College, 3395 Airport Rd. Pinehurst, NC 28374. Check-in begins at 9 a.m. and the Walk begins at 10 a.m.