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Unstoppable Seniors Raise Record for Stamford Health’s Hope in Motion Walk

Stamford, Conn. – Continuing to set the bar higher, Edgehill residents proudly raised $75,240 for this year’s Hope in Motion Walk. The annual event, held June 8th in Mill River Park, supports the needs of patients at Stamford Health’s Bennett Cancer Center. The residents of Edgehill, Stamford’s premier continuing care retirement community, have raised more than $425,000 since their first walk 11 years ago. The money helps provide patients with practical items like transportation, babysitting costs, emergency loans and meals, as well as comfort services like massage.

“Many of us have firsthand experience with the amazing services at the Bennett Cancer Center, having been with loved ones on their cancer journey,” said Team Edgehill Captain Joan Weisman. “The community, our neighbors, and local businesses are eager to support our effort because they too know how important it is—and how good it feels—to offer care and comfort to patients and their families.”

More than 100 donors, many of whom live or work at Edgehill, contributed to this year’s record amount. The highlight of the fundraising effort was the May 7th Edgeminster Dog Show, which brought in more than $11,000. The show and silent auction featured 17 dogs from the community and a special visit from Stamford Health’s therapy dog. On Sunday, June 8, 18 residents and associates turned out to participate in the three-mile walk. In addition to the team’s efforts, Edgehill was again a sponsor of the Hope in Motion Walk.

For more information, please visit edgehillcommunity.com.


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Submitted by Lauren Collins-Cline

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