Long Islanders recently hit the basketball court and played to raise money toward a cure for Alzheimer’s disease at the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s (AFA) 3-on-3 Basketball Classic. About $20,000 was raised for Alzheimer’s disease research through the tournament, which was held at Farmingdale State College.
“AFA’s 3-on-3 Basketball Classic gave people a chance to have fun while raising awareness and supporting a great cause. When it came to fighting Alzheimer’s disease, everyone who participated was on the same team,” said Charles J. Fuschillo, Jr., AFA’s president and CEO.
We’re extremely grateful to all the players, sponsors and supporters for making a difference in the effort to find a cure for Alzheimer’s.”
Players as young as elementary school students to adults older than 40 competed in the tournament and showcased their skills on the court. Students from Farmingdale State College, including members of the men’s and women’s basketball teams, also participated in the event. Each of the players competed hard and displayed outstanding sportsmanship.
“All of us here at Farmingdale State College were so pleased to work with the Alzheimer’s Foundation on this fantastic event. It was such an honor to help so many people that are affected by this illness, and we look forward to doing it bigger and better in the future,” said Farmingdale State College’s Director of Athletics Michael Harrington.
Tournament sponsors included: Edward D. Miller; Northwell Health; Modell’s Sporting Goods; NFP; Stony Brook Medicine; BEB Capital; Aetna New York; Nussbaum, Yates, Berg, Klein & Wolpow, LLP; People’s United Bank; Gurwin Jewish Family of Healthcare Services; AdCentives; Dignity Home Care; Lizzy Jays Juice; The First National Bank of Long Island; and Edelman, Krasin & Jaye, PLLC.
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that impacts memory, thinking and language skills, and the ability to carry out the simplest tasks. It is the sixth most common cause of death in the U.S. and the only one out of the top 10 without a cure or meaningful treatment. More than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s disease, including approximately 400,000 people in New York State and 50,000 Long Islanders.
Those who could not participate in the tournament, but would like to make a donation to fund Alzheimer’s disease research or programs and services for families affected by Alzheimer’s disease, can visit www.alzfdn.org/donate. Information about Alzheimer’s disease and support services for those affected by it can be found through AFA’s website, www.alzfdn.org, or through its national toll-free helpline at 866-232-8484.
—Submitted by the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America
