Strides4CJD team UFFDA for Brenda was created in 2020 in memory of Brenda Miller. She was diagnosed with sporadic Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease in October of 2019. After fighting a courageous battle, she passed away on June 7, 2020, at the age of 57 years.
We strive to educate and bring awareness of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, especially through the Strides4CJD walk event. Brenda and her family have always been willing to volunteer for their family, friends, church, community, and schools. This is a way to honor her legacy by helping other families affected by CJD.
Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD) is a rare, fatal brain disorder within a group of illnesses called prion diseases. The incidence of CJD cases worldwide is one to two cases, per million individuals per year. In the United States this statistic translates to nearly 500 new cases per year. Eighty-five percent of CJD cases are sporadic, meaning there is no known cause at present.
This year we are optimistic that we will have public walk event. It is scheduled for Saturday, October 1, 2022 in Brownton. Event activities planned include a candlelight tribute, breakfast, silent auction, games, crafts and the Strides4CJD walk/run.
Event Details:
8:00am: Strides4CJD participant check in starts in the park
8:30am - 11:00am: Pancakes Breakfast at the Community Center (Free will donation)
8:30am - 10:45am: Silent Auction - at the Community Center
9:00am: Candlelight Tribute in the park
9:15am: Strides4CJD Walk/Run
10:00am - 11:00am: Harvest Party Activities at the community center
Registration Info:
- Adults: $30 before September 16th, $35 on or after September 16th
- Children 12 and Under: $20 before September 16th, $25 on or after September 16th