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Home2019 Poker Run Results Thanks to everyone that came to the poker run in 2019, we had over 600+ in attendance, sold over 14,000 raffle tickets, had 450+ poker hands played. Most importantly everyone had a great time and we were able to present a check to LCFR for $25,000 and A Kid's Place for $5,000. Clayton NY street party and boats launching! Enjoy the boat porn Turn the sound up! Powerboat paradise MTI Holy cow!!!

• We've all done it. Signed up for a poker run, get three cards in and have a crap hand and lose all enthusiasm for the remainder of the ride. Now, honestly if you sign up for a charity poker run with the expectation of winning and coming out ahead, then you're probably doing it for the wrong reason.
• Registration is $100 per boat, which includes two poker hands and two T-shirts. In addition, each $100 registration grants two entries for a chance to win the 2019 NXT22 Mastercraft boat. The fun starts Friday, July 12th from 6p-8p at NM Wake, with free BBQ, early check-in, T-shirt and map pick up.

July 20, 2019

Help the Yankton Sack Pack program continue to feed kids in our community with the 8th annual Charity Poker Run on Saturday, July 20th. All vehicles are welcome! Register at the Upper Deck from 11 am to noon. Cost is $20 and includes t-shirt and a chance to win up to $1,000! This poker run includes five stops ending with a free dinner at the Upper Deck, a 50/50 auction, and gun raffle.

Don’t miss the Hy-Vee Supermarket Sweep. Tickets are $10 each or 6 for $50 to will be entered into a drawing after the Poker Run. Grad prize winner gets a 2-minute solo run through Hy-Vee to grab any food items you want (no alcohol, tobacco, or baby products). Two runners- up will also receive gift cards. All money raised from the poker run and super market sweep is sent directly to the Ynakton Sack Pack and School Food Pantry programs.

Check out Yankton Food for Thought on Facebook for more information, or call Kenneth at (605) 661-4952 or Jeff at (605) 660-8582.

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Albuquerque, NM – July 13 – The Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter has announced its Second Annual Charity Poker Run on Elephant Butte Lake is set for July 13, with festivities beginning Friday, July 12.

A day of sun, fun, food, prizes and a chance to win a 2019 NXT22 Mastercraft boat valued at $70,000 awaits, as participants try to put together a winning poker hand cruising the beautiful waters of Elephant Butte Lake. Participants visit five locations along on the lake and pick up a playing card to get the best hand.

Early registration is due by June 20th. Registration is $100 per boat, which includes two poker hands and two T-shirts. In addition, each $100 registration grants two entries for a chance to win the 2019 NXT22 Mastercraft boat.

The fun starts Friday, July 12th from 6p-8p at NM Wake, with free BBQ, early check-in, T-shirt and map pick up.

On Saturday, July 13, late check-in at NM Wake runs from 9am-11am. The quest for winning cards at five locations on the water starts at 11am, running until 3pm. From 4pm-7pm participants return to Sierra del Rio for card turn in - cash bar, $5 hamburgers/hotdogs, games, raffle prizes and music.

Raffle tickets will be on sale for $1 each for some great raffle prizes. Additional T-shirts will be on sale based on availability for $20.

Early registration is urged. Online registration can be found at newmexicowake.com. Email is ebpokerrun2019@gmail.com. Contact Tracy Ayers at 505-269-4556 for questions or information.

Alzheimer’s disease is a threat that is getting worse. Today, 5.8 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including an estimated 200,000 under the age of 65. By 2050, the total number is expected to rise to 14 million. It is the 6th leading cause of death in the USA*.

Currently, there is no prevention, proven treatment or cure for Alzheimer’s.

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Alzheimer’s takes a devastating toll – not just on those with the disease, but on entire families. In our own state, 41,000 New Mexicans are suffering from Alzheimer’s. They are cared for by 108,000 unpaid caregivers, many of whom are members of their own families.

The Alzheimer's Association is the largest and most impactful nonprofit funder of Alzheimer's and dementia science in the world. Currently, the Association is investing over $165 million in more than 450 projects in 25 countries.

Cognitive Decline is a strong indicator of future dementia, and according to figures released by the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, it is a growing burden in New Mexico. As of 2016, 12.5 percent (or 1 in every 8) New Mexicans 45 and older report confusion or memory loss happening more often or getting worse (“subjective cognitive decline”); 33% of those with memory problems live alone, and for those with worsening memory problems, 58.2 percent say it has created “functional difficulties”. Nearly 54% of those with memory problems have not spoken to their doctor or healthcare professional about it. If you feel like you may be experiencing memory issues, speak with your doctor about it.

If you need help, call us. Our 24/7 Helpline is available any time, day or night for support or information at 1 (800) 272-3900.

The Alzheimer’s Association, New Mexico Chapter offers many free services and resources to caregivers and families facing the disease: support groups, care consultations, respite, educational presentations, safety programs, information and referral and more.

We have five branch offices in the state: Albuquerque (Main Office), Santa Fe (Northeastern New Mexico), Farmington (Northwestern New Mexico), Roswell (Southeastern New Mexico) and Las Cruces (Southwestern New Mexico). All offices may be contacted by calling 1 (800) 272-3900.

*Source for all statistics: The 2019 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report at www.alz.org/facts.

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The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer's care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's®. Visit www.alz.org or call 800.272.3900.