CaringKind

10/18/2026

What an extraordinary day at CaringKind’s 38th Annual Alzheimer’s Walk & Brain Health Day!

Together, we took an important step toward changing the conversation about Alzheimer’s, dementia, and brain health. Because knowing sooner matters. Asking questions matters. And no one should have to navigate Alzheimer’s or dementia alone. Today, thousands came together to help bring that message to more people. 🧡

It takes extraordinary courage to share something so personal with the world. By openly sharing his Alzheimer’s diagnosis, Bill Ritter has become a catalyst for change, helping break down stigma, inspiring conversations about brain health and early detection, and encouraging others to seek knowledge and support sooner. His decision to turn a deeply personal experience into an opportunity to help others is at the heart of Know Your Brain. Walk With Me. We are profoundly grateful to Bill and ABC7NY for bringing this movement to life with CaringKind.

Our heartfelt thanks to Mike Marza, David Hyde Pierce, honoree Jed Levine, and our generous sponsors, Board, staff, and volunteers for making this day possible.

And above all, to our community: this day was yours. Every step, every story shared, and every contribution helps CaringKind continue providing free guidance, education, and support to people and families affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia.

The Walk was one day. The movement is just beginning.

Know Your Brain. Walk With Me.

Photo credit Zeptepi

10/16/2026

Behind every conversation about Alzheimer’s are people whose experiences deserve to be heard.

In Bill Ritter's ABC7 Living with Alzheimer’s special, Bill Ritter and
Mike Marza ABC7 interviewed CaringKind clients and our Chief Innovation Officer, Stephani Shivers, bringing personal experience and professional insight to a conversation that matters to so many families.

We’re grateful to our clients for sharing their stories, and to Bill, Mike, Sade Baderinwa, Nina Pineda for helping audiences better understand life with Alzheimer’s and the importance of community, connection, and support.

Here’s a glimpse of CaringKind in the special. 💙 Watch more on ABC7.

WATCH HERE:
https://abc7ny.com/post/bill-ritters-living-alzheimers-special-airs-thursday-530-pm-eyewitness-news/19932217/

Join us tomorrow at the CaringKind Walk & Brain Health Day in Central Park!
CKWALK.ORG

During the special, Bill will look at the latest research into the disease and we will talk to the families who are helping their loved ones.

10/15/2026

Thank you for creating space for such a meaningful conversation. Bill Ritter's honesty in sharing his journey is helping others find their voice, ask important questions, better understand Alzheimer’s, and take an active role in their brain health. His story is making a difference far beyond this moment. 🧡
Reach out to us at wearecaringkind.org or call our helpline at 646-744-2900, we are here for you.

10/15/2026

10/15/2026

Eyewitness News' own Bill Ritter has been reporting on advancements being made against Alzheimer's as he takes on his own battle against the disease.

Join us today on Eyewitness News at 5:30 p.m. for a 30-minute special where Bill will look at the latest research into the disease, and we will talk to the families who are helping their loved ones.

10/14/2026

“My goal is to bring people together.” — Bill Ritter

Bill, thank you for sharing something deeply personal, and inviting others to feel less alone. Through your honesty, you are making room for conversations that can be difficult to begin. Conversations about living with Alzheimer’s, asking questions about brain health, and finding care and support.

Know Your Brain. Walk With Me. is your invitation to walk beside you - and alongside people living with dementia, care partners, and families everywhere.

This Saturday, we are proud to recognize Bill Ritter as one of our 2026 CaringKind Walk honorees. We honor his openness, his commitment to others, and his hope that this coming together will continue long after the day ends.

Swipe to hear his words. Then join us.
Walk beside Bill. Walk beside one another.

Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 9:30 a.m.
Central Park · Naumburg Bandshell
Join in person or through our national livestream.
Register free at CKWalk.org.

10/14/2026

This Saturday, we're walking for something bigger. And we want you with us.

On October 17, Central Park will become a place where awareness meets action, where conversations about brain health lead to meaningful steps forward, and where families affected by Alzheimer's and dementia are reminded that they are not alone.

We're proud to recognize ABC7NY Bill Ritter and longtime advocate Jed A. Levine, with Mike Marza ABC7 and David Hyde Pierce joining us as emcees for this extraordinary day.

And this year, there's even more to experience.

Central Park will become an interactive brain health experience where people can engage with experts, explore practical resources, and take informed steps to support their brain health.

CaringKind's team, along with volunteers NYU Rory Meyers College of Nursing, will be in the pre-screening tent to answer questions and help people access the BrainGuide pre-screening tool, powered by UsAgainstAlzheimer’s.

Brain health coaches from BetterBrain will help participants start a personalized brain health plan, and Marc Rothman, MD of Lizzy Care will be nearby for anyone who would like to speak with a physician about next steps. A pre-screening does not provide a diagnosis or replace medical evaluation. Everything offered in the tent is free. People who cannot attend in person can complete the brain check and start their plan through CaringKind's Know Your Brain page. (ckbrainhealth.org)

One day. Thousands of voices. A shared commitment to making a difference.

Whether you're walking for someone, walking alongside someone, or taking your first step toward understanding your own brain health, there's a place for you.

Know Your Brain. Walk With Me.

Join us this Saturday, October 17, at the Naumburg Bandshell in Central Park, or participate virtually from anywhere.

Registration is FREE at CKWALK.ORG

Read our latest press release to discover what's planned for this special day.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/bill-ritter-invites-new-yorkers-to-walk-with-him-at-the-caringkind-alzheimers-walk-and-brain-health-day-302908755.html?tc=eml_cleartime

/PRNewswire/ -- After 28 years helping emcee CaringKind's Alzheimer's Walk, ABC and Eyewitness News journalist and longtime anchor Bill Ritter is inviting New...

10/13/2026

Join us on Monday, October 19th, from 12:00 – 1:15 PM EST virtually
Understanding Dementia 101: Caregivng Through Dementia Stages and Changing Abilities
Register at https://wearecaringkind.org/learning-hub/

Guest Speaker:
Pamela Edgar, MA, LCAT, RDT
Pam is the Vice President of Education at CaringKind. She is a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist with an MA in Drama Therapy from New York University.

Becoming a ‘caregiver’ or ‘carepartner’ to someone experiencing the cognitive and physical changes from dementia requires new knowledge and skills. Any new role or job requires training and practice and caregiving is no different - especially since the ‘job’ of caregiving changes as a person’s dementia progresses. Learning more about the stages of dementia, how abilities change, and what strengths a person retains can provide a solid foundation for partnering in care and quality living. Join us for this foundational talk designed for caring spouses, partners, adult children and friends to learn more about:

Changing Abilities: What abilities does dementia affect and how do a person’s abilities change as dementia progresses?
Dementia Screens, Tests and Staging: What are the common dementia tests? What are the differences? What do they mean for today or the future?

Finding Strengths as Abilities Change: What strengths remain to support ongoing connection and engagement in meaningful activities?
Adaptive Strategies for Activities of Daily Living: What are some tips to support a person’s independence and autonomy?

This event is supported in part by a generous grant from The New York Community Trust

10/10/2026

Yesterday, we brought an important conversation about Alzheimer’s and brain health to the heart of Times Square.
 
Our Know Your Brain. Walk With Me. campaign made its debut on one of the world’s most recognizable stages, encouraging people to learn more about their brain health, start important conversations, and take action sooner.
 
At the heart of this campaign is Bill Ritter, whose courage in sharing his Alzheimer’s diagnosis publicly has given this message a deeply personal meaning. Bill’s openness and willingness to share his journey are helping others feel less alone, encouraging greater understanding of brain health, and reinforcing the importance of seeking information and support.
 
We are incredibly proud of this milestone and deeply grateful to Bill for using his voice to help others, and to our friends at abc7NY for helping us bring this message to a broader audience. Thank you to Dream Outdoor for supporting us.
 
Join us on October 17 for CaringKind’s 38th Annual Alzheimer’s Walk & Brain Health Day in Central Park or virtually from anywhere. Explore free brain health pre-screenings, connect with trusted resources, and be part of a community that understands the importance of standing together.
 
Our hope is that someone sees this message and feels encouraged to take that first step, whether that’s asking a question, learning more about their brain health, or reaching out for support.
 
Because awareness is just the beginning. What we do with that awareness matters.
 
Register free at CKWALK.org

 

10/10/2026

Our hearts are full seeing this message in Times Square yesterday. 🧡 We are incredibly grateful to Bill Ritter for his trust and openness, and to our friends at ABC7 for helping us bring this important campaign to life. Together we are reaching the individuals and families who need to know that support, guidance, and a caring community are here for them. Bill Ritter