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Tuesday, 08 October 2024
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Written by Amber Little
The Child Advocacy Center is hosting its annual Pinwheel Masquerade Ball and Silent Auction to raise money to “unmask child abuse.” This year’s event will be held at the charming Carolina Barn located at 7765 McCormick Bridge Rd, Spring Lake on Oct. 12 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Tickets range from $75 to $1,200 and can be purchased online at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-pinwheel-masquerade-ball-auction-to-unmask-child-abuse-tickets-954135694547?aff=oddtdtcreator. Several sponsorship opportunities include event perks including comp tickets and VIP access. Sponsorships range, and all amounts are accepted and appreciated. Those interested can sponsor pinwheels, auction boards, drinks, coffee, and more. For more details on becoming a sponsor visit the website, https://www.cacfaync.org/how-to-help/pinwheel-masquerade-ball.html.
The Pinwheel Masquerade Ball and Silent Auction is an important fundraising event for CAC and provides sponsors with a night of elegance and elaborate masks while bidding on items donated by community partners.
Marking the 11th year, this year’s event is set to be as successful as years past. Five Star Entertainment will be providing the music for the evening, setting the mood of sophistication from beginning to end for guests as they mingle and browse the selection of auction items.
Guests will have a variety of food and drinks to select from, as several local restaurants and brewers are participating including Anchor Allie’s, Southern Coals, Burney’s Sweets, Bees & Boards, Healy Wholesale, Tropical Smoothie Café, Pan, 7 Brew, Bee Sweet, Gaston Brewing Company, Nona Sushi, Superior Bakery, and The Sweet Palette.
As the newest addition to the CAC, Executive Director John Webster has been amazed at the work and effort that goes forward into making this event possible.
“It has been a positive experience so far, but I will say that the size and scope of the event is enormous and it requires a great deal of precision and planning in order to ensure a successful event,” Webster said.
Although a massive undertaking, the Pinwheel Masquerade Ball and Auction is an effort that more than pays off for the center, helping to fund its community initiatives and resources provided to the community at large. It is also a great event to highlight all the people, businesses, and organizations that make CAC’s work year-round possible.
“This event is a fun-filled evening that will include lots of fun for all attendees. There will be plenty of food and drinks for all, along with a DJ who will emcee the event. There will be music and dancing for those who are interested, along with a silent and live auction of baskets, trips, etc. There will also be a mask contest and a fun photo booth. This event is a tremendous fundraiser for the CAC and community participation and engagement is critical to the success of the event. We encourage the community to support this event as proceeds from the event directly impact the work of the CAC and the children we serve on a day-to-day basis,” Webster explained.
The Child Advocacy Center would like to thank this year’s sponsors.
Champions for Children
Cape Fear Valley Health and Kids First Pediatrics
Alliance Health
Five Star Entertainment
Healy Wholesale
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Tuesday, 08 October 2024
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Written by Lena Simmons
The Alzheimer’s Association Eastern North Carolina is hosting a Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Fayetteville on Oct. 26, at Segra Stadium, 460 Hay Street. Check-in is at 9 a.m. The opening ceremony is at 10 a.m. and the walk starts at 10:30 a.m.
“On Walk Day, participants and those affected with Alzheimer’s will participate in a poignant Promise Garden Ceremony-a mission-focused experience that signifies our solidarity in the fight against the disease. During the ceremony, walkers will carry flowers of assorted colors, each color representing their personal connection to the disease,” according to Alzheimer’s’ Association Press Release.
There is a difference between Dementia and Alzheimer’s.
“Dementia is a general term that describes symptoms that affect cognitive ability, memory, thinking, and behavior. It is not a specific disease but rather an umbrella term for a group of symptoms. Alzheimer’s Disease is the most common cause or type of Dementia, accounting for a majority of the cases. It is a progressive, neurodegenerative disorder that primarily affects memory and cognitive functions,” according to Diane Sievert, UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine.
According to the AARP website, there are 10 Warning Signs of Dementia You Should Not Ignore: “Difficulty with everyday tasks, repetition, communication problems, getting lost, personality changes, confusion about time and place, misplacing things, troubling behavior, loss of interest or apathy, and forgetting old memories. Dementia can have multiple forms Lewy body, Vascular, Frontotemporal Disorder, and Alzheimer’s.”
The Alzheimer’s Association is a worldwide, voluntary, health organization, dedicated to Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Its mission is to lead the way to end all Alzheimer’s and all other dementia- by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction, and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support, according to the Alzheimer’s Association website.
Alzheimer’s Association Eastern North Carolina provides “Patient and family services, information, referrals, education, and advocacy in 51 counties. It offers involvement and a variety of services such as support groups, educational programs, and care consultations,” according to the Alzheimer’s Association-Eastern North Carolina website.
Kara Harrington, Senior Director, Marketing and Communication, Alzheimer’s Association of North Carolina shares insights and crucial statistics concerning Alzheimer’s awareness.
“Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest fundraiser to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Our walk day is an opportunity for the community to come together and connect for personal reasons to end the disease. Whether they are living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, have lost someone to the disease, are supporting or caring for someone with the disease, or just support the vision of a world without Alzheimer’s or dementia, it is a powerful morning of connection and inspiration,” she said.
“The Alzheimer’s Association Eastern Carolina is committed to advocating for the needs and rights of those facing Alzheimer’s disease and advancing critical research toward treatment, prevention, and a cure. We also offer a 24/7 Helpline at 800-272-3900, that is available to anyone with a question or needing support or resources,” Harrington said.
“One in nine people aged 65 has Alzheimer’s disease. Nearly two-thirds of the Alzheimer’s population are women, non-Hispanics Blacks. Hispanics are disproportionately more likely than older whites to have Alzheimer’s or other dementias. There are an estimated 6.9 million persons living with Alzheimer’s in the United States within the population of 65 and older, and Alzheimer’s disease is the fifth highest cause of death for persons 65 and older (recent statistic available is 2021).
“In North Carolina, 373,000 caregivers provide a total of 723 hours of unpaid labor, valued at a total of 10.9 billion dollars,” Harrington said.
The moment is now. Join the walk. Register as a team captain, volunteer, or sponsor for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s-Fayetteville. For more information visit the website, alz.org/northcarolina or email ksharrington@alz.org
(Photo: Participants in a past Walk to End Alzheimer’s carry purple flowers. Photo courtesy of the Alzheimer’s Association Eastern North Carolina)
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