Miles for Memories Events

Saturday, September 25, 2021.

Downtown Battle Creek, Festival Market Square. 

All ages are welcome to stroll with us along the 1/2 mile or 1 mile routes. People-friendly pets are welcome too. Participants can enjoy walking, drumming, painting, music and dancing, photo booth, and more. Also learn about how Miles for Memories safe return programs can help your loved ones.

This event raises funds and awareness about all forms of dementia. Together, with our dedicated volunteers, we develop programs, support preventative research at MSU, and provide training for the person living with dementia, their caregivers, professionals, and community members as part of our efforts. 

Create a team and join us on this special day. Raise dollars and join the fun on your own. Or consider sponsoring Miles for Memories this year. Sponsorship and team forms can be found below. 

Become A Sponsor

Sponsorship Benefits
Sponsorship Commitment Form (Interactive)

INSTRUCTIONS:
1) Download / save interactive pdf form to your computer.
2) Fill out the interactive form.
3) Once completed, click the "Submit Form" button to email form.

Register Your Stroll Team

 Team Registration/Donation Interactive Form

INSTRUCTIONS: Same as above

January 31, 2020, 6-8pm.

NorthPointe Woods, Battle Creek

Reported at the January 2019 Celebration:

Sponsors and volunteers were invited to learn all about the year completed and the goals of the upcoming year. With the efforts of the leadership team and community volunteers over $40,000 was raised to support a growing number of programs. 

Awards were presented for:

• Largest team donation,
  Center Stage Dance Studios
• Largest event donation,
  Calhoun Co Medical Care Facility
• Largest team,
  Ganton Senior Communities
• Leadership team volunteer of the year,
  Karin Gallagher
• Spartan volunteer of the year,
  Connie Skidmore
• Community volunteer of the year,
  Rod Auton
• Most creative fundraising,
  Ganton Senior Communities

Presentations were also made on the success of programs, pilots, and research, along with comments from Beth Hutchison, a community member whose family benefited from many of the programs throughout the year. 

All those in attendance were served delicious brain-healthy food and beverages, compliments of NorthPointe Woods.

2018 sponsors are shown below. Their support allows Miles for Memories to develop and manage programs for individuals living with dementia and their caregivers where they are today, right here in the community they call home. Please be sure to thank them for their support. 

The next Thank You Celebration will be held on January 24, 2020. 

Saturday, May 9, 2020, 2-9pm.

Festival Market Square

Downtown, Battle Creek, MI. 

Enjoy a piece of the Hispanic heritage from food to activities and music. Food and beverage vendors on site as well as craft vendors. Fun and learning for the whole family. Games for the kids, dancing, rock painting, Zumba, and so much more. Sit or dance to the wonderful music of three bands including Groupon Plazer, Stacked, and Celestina Y Los Sanchez. 

You will also have an opportunity to learn more about what Miles for Memories can do for you or a loved one through a variety of lifestyle and learning programs, all in a non-intimidating environment. And a special visitor this year is the Miles for Memories inflatable brain that you can walk through and learn more about dementia and other conditions that impacts the brain. 

For more information:

Call Sharon Zapata (269) 986-5086

Email: sharonsomi@aol.com 

You can help support our efforts by joining us as a vendor or sponsor. See below to download forms.

Vendors space is available for food, crafts, activities, information, and more. 

Sponsorships are what help to bring this event to you. Sponsorships include youth activities, entertainment, and event sponsorships. We couldn't do this without you. 

Visit the event on Facebook.

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NOTICE: The Spin For Miles Event is being POSTPONED due the the Coronavirus COVID-19.

The event was scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 2020, 7am-2pm ... it will now be schedule for a later date.

Family Y Center, Battle Creek MI.

$20 per 30 minutes. 

Your $20 donation will support the Miles for Memories personal I.D. bracelet program creating peace of mind for the caregiver of the person with dementia. 

Participants will receive the 2020 spinning T-shirt. Additional T-shirts can be pre-ordered or can be purchased at the event while supplies last for $15. 

Everyone coming out that day is invited to bring a photo of a friend or loved one impacted by dementia to be added to the Memory Wall. The Memory Wall will travel to different events throughout the year.

Learn more about the Help Home Program, including the personal I.D. program and the soon-to-be-released G.P.S. bracelet at the event. I.D. bracelets will be available for purchase.

The registration form can be printed below. Create a team or spin along with a group of new friends. A team donation goal of $300 will help sponsor a GPS bracelet for two years for a person that may wander. 

For more information visit the Spin for Miles event on the Facebook under Miles for Memories. 

Contact Rod Auton at (269) 986-3248.

Spin For Miles Donation Form (Interactive)

INSTRUCTIONS:
1) Download / save interactive pdf form to your computer.
2) Fill out the interactive form.
3) Once completed, click the "Submit Form" button to email form. 

NOTICE: The Murder Mystery Dinner Event is being POSTPONED due the the Coronavirus COVID-19.

The event was scheduled for Saturday, March, 2020, 6pm ... it will now be schedule for a later date. 

NorthPointe Woods, Battle Creek. 

Join in on the adult brain games and help solve the mystery. You will be asked to play the role of one of the dinner guests, dress in attire for your character, and enjoy a great dinner with drinks to boot. Proceeds to benefit Miles for Memories.

Early registration required by April 18, 2020.

Tickets: $40/person or $75/couple. 

Late registration is $45/person or $85/couple.

Space is limited so register early.

Contact Michelle Lennon at (269) 964-7625
or michelleL@northpointewoods.org

Look forward to more event dates coming soon. 

More Info

Coming Soon.

Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 6-8pm.
Maplewood of Marshall, Marshall, MI.

Wednesday, June 12, 2019 6-8pm.
Oaks at NorthPointe Woods, Battle Creek, MI

Did you know that movement can help reduce your risk for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias... Even painting has proven to have a positive impact. Join us to help raise awareness and funds to support local dementia programming for the individual and the caregiver.

In addition to offering painting programs specifically for those impacted by dementia and and their caregivers we also offer an opportunity for the community to enjoy the same benefits from our Vineyard of Memories painting program. 

You can adopt a resident or paint your own if you would like. $30 Per Person. Snacks and wine will be served.

For regularly updated community events and information visit our events tab on Facebook.

Saturday, February 15, 2020, 4-9pm.

Location: Delta Hotels by Marriott, Kalamazoo Conference Center

This event is coordinated by Townsquare Media and has been sold out for the last two years. Proceeds from this event benefit the work of Miles for Memories. 

Through this collaboration with Townsquare Media we are also able to share information about our programs and how the community can get involved. 

Registration for this event is managed by Townsquare Media. 

NOTICE: The Research Update Event is being POSTPONED due the the Coronavirus COVID-19.

First Congregational Church, 145 NE Capital Avenue, Battle Creek, MI. 

The day is free to Caregivers. Registration is required. Brunch and lunch will be provided. Ask about respite availability.

CAREGIVER - Any upaid individual who regularly assists a loved one with personal care, household chores or health issues.

Featured Speakers | Massages | Manicures | Retail Therapy | Vendor Fair.

Contact Sally Goss (269) 979-1479 ext 306 for more information.

NOTICE: The Research Update Event is being POSTPONED due the the Coronavirus COVID-19.

The event was scheduled for Saturday, April, 2020, 5-6:30pm ... it will now be schedule for a later date.

Kool Family Center

200 W. Michigan Battle Creek, MI.

This annual event brings you an update on the impact of Miles for Memories through research. Learn about the partnership with Michigan State University and enjoy presentations from MSU Research Professors Dr. Scott Counts and Dr. Graham Atkin on the latest in the diagnosis and treatment of dementia. This year will feature newly published information relating to vascular dementia as well as provide a glimpse of the Elder Educators program with medical students at MSU. This event is free with light refreshments. Seating is limited.

A special visitor to the event this year will be our newest teaching tool, the inflatable brain. Walk through the brain for a hands-on and larger-than-life glimpse at how what we do impacts our brain and the potential onset of dementia. 

Please R.S.V.P. (269) 441-0948 to register.

Come join us to beautify the community that we call home. Miles for Memories has adopted the interchange at I-94 and I-69. Several times each year we head out and help to keep our community clean. Event dates are generally spring, mid-summer, and early fall. Many hands make light work and two hours later we can enjoy the cleansing impact we have made on our community. 

Be sure to wear long sleeves and pants. Gloves, bags, safety vests, and laughter will be provided. Kids are welcome when accompanied by an adult. 

Look for more dates coming soon. For details reach out to Michelle Lennon at (269) 366-9454. 

The Great Minds Pedagogy Brain Train is designed to give the community an opportunity to learn about dementia is new way. 

You are invited to walk through this oversized inflatable brain. It is 16' x 13' x 10'. Inside you will experience how the brain is impacted by different types of dementia. Lights and sounds will direct through your learning. Upon exiting the brain, you will receive additional information about Miles for Memories and dementia. 

This is a great learning tool for those that are visual learners. Young and old alike will learn in this oversized visual. 

To schedule a brain visit to your location

Contact Sherii Sherban at:

• (269) 979-1412 ext. 305
• sherii@milesformemeories.org
• or visit us on Facebook

Add your site to these upcoming visits:

Calhoun County Senior Fair
April 4, 2019, 10am-1pm
Marshall Middle School, Marshall

Community Research Update
April 16, 2019, 5-6:30pm
Kool Family Community Center

Cinco de Mayo, May 4, 2019, 3-10pm
Festival Market Square
Downtown Battle Creek

Rock-A-Thon, May 19, 2017
Calhoun Co Medical Care Facility
9am-8pm, Battle Creek, MI

Ganton Senior Communities,
Reflections - 10 Year Reunion
June 27, 2019, 4-6pm, Battle Creek

Miles for Memories Golf Outing
Friday, June 21, 2019
Cedar Creek Golf Course
Tee time: 9am

Community Stroll, Sept 14, 2019
Wave Square, Downtown Battle Creek
10am-12pm

Add your site to this list by reaching out to Sherii Sherban today. 

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