Dr. Laurie Theriot, MD, to Chair Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Greenville
February 5, 2025
Dr. Laurie Theriot is serving as the Executive Event Chair of the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Greenville, returning for a second year in the vital volunteer role. Theriot, who is the Chief of Geriatric Medicine for Prisma Health in the Upstate and the Medical Director for Interim Healthcare of the Upstate, will serve as the volunteer leader of the local Walk, working with Alzheimer’s Association staff and volunteers to ensure its success.
“As a Geriatrician, I see firsthand how this devastating disease affects patient and their families,” said Theriot. “The Alzheimer’s Association is crucial to supporting the patient and their family as they navigate their dementia journey. I do my part, as an ally, to ensure the needed resources are available now and that research is funded so we have a future where they are no longer needed.”
Nearly 7 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease – a leading cause of death in the United States. Additionally, more than 11 million family members and friends provide care to people living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. In South Carolina there are more than 112,500 people living with the disease and 219,000 caregivers.
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s® is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research programs. The 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Greenville is currently slated for Saturday, October 4, at Fluor Field at the West End.
“It takes a massive amount of resources, both time and money, to meaningfully move the needle on a disease like this. But we are moving the needle, and it’s exciting,” Theriot said. “If you aren’t already involved with Walk to End Alzheimer’s, now is the time to join us. In the not-so-distant future when dementia is an easily treatable, if not curable disease, we will look back at this moment when the tides turned in our favor — and I will be honored to say that I was a part of it.”
Volunteers are at the heart of every Walk to End Alzheimer’s, driving the event’s growth in participation and revenue in support of the Association’s mission. Interested volunteers may visit act.alz.org/greenvillewalk to learn about opportunities – which range from the event planning committee to on-site assistance on Walk day – and submit an interest form.
“We are so grateful to Dr. Theriot for committing her time, passion and expertise to advance the fight against Alzheimer’s and all dementia,” said Kimberly Best, Alzheimer’s Association staff partner for Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Greenville, SC. “With new treatments emerging and more promising prospects on the horizon, now is our moment to keep the momentum going here in the Upstate. With the help of Dr. Theriot’s volunteer leadership, we know that we’ll reach more people and new heights in 2025.”
Local sponsors of Walk to End Alzheimer’s also have a unique opportunity to impact the success of the event while displaying commitment to the local community. The Alzheimer’s Association offers mutually beneficial sponsorship packages that feature a wide range of benefits for participating companies and organizations. Many sponsors take their commitment one step further by organizing a team to walk and raise awareness. Those who wish to learn more may contact Best at [email protected].
To start a Walk team and receive the latest updates on this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s, register online at alz.org/walk. The Association also offers free awareness and educational presentations for workplaces and community groups, which can be requested online at alz.org/sc.
Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®
The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research. Since 1989, the Alzheimer’s Association mobilized millions of Americans in the Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk®; now the Alzheimer’s Association is continuing to lead the way with Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Together, we can end Alzheimer’s.
Alzheimer’s Association®
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 Alzheimer’s and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Visit alz.org or call 800.272.3900.
