New York\u2019s Southern Tier united on Sunday to raise $47,297 at the Alzheimer\u2019s Association 2014 Greater Binghamton Walk To End Alzheimer\u2019s presented by United Methodist Homes. More than 650 people gathered at Otsiningo Park to honor those that have been touched by Alzheimer\u2019s disease.<\/p>\n
In addition to the three-mile walk through the trails of Otsiningo Park, walkers learned about Alzheimer\u2019s disease, participating in clinical trials and using their voice to advocate for the cause. Walkers also took part in a meaningful ceremony honoring those living with Alzheimer\u2019s disease, as well as those who have died from the disease, and their caregivers. They also heard from Judith Legant, a Binghamton resident, who spoke about her own Alzheimer\u2019s diagnosis.<\/p>\n
The leading individual fundraiser was Donna Ticonchuk of Apalachin, who raised $1,070. Team Bennett was the leading family and friends\u2019 team, having raised $2,095. The top corporate team was Levene Gouldin and Thompson with $1,743. United Methodist Homes raised the most money in the senior care division at $5,432. The top five fundraisers in each division can be found at www.alzcny.org\/blog.<\/p>\n