*Missouri Governor Michael L. Parson*

Office of Communications

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*FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE*

October 5, 2020

*Governor Parson Orders Capitol Dome and Governors Mansion Lighted Purple in Recognition of Alzheimers Awareness Day*

*(JEFFERSON CITY, MO)*Governor Mike Parson has ordered the Missouri State Capitol dome and Missouri Governors Mansion to shine purple on Tuesday, October 6, 2020, in recognition of Alzheimers Awareness Day.

Alzheimers is a devastating disease that affects many of our loved ones. It is important to spread awareness and remember that there is still much work to be done to find a cure,* Governor Parson*said. Tonight, we will light the dome and the Peoples House purple to show our support for the many Missourians impacted by this illness.

The dome and Governors Mansion will light up at sunset on October 6 and remain lit through sunrise on October 7. The color purple is the signature color of the Alzheimers Association. Combining the calmness of blue and the passion of red, purple represents the uncompromising strength of the Alzheimers Association and its supporters.

In coordination with the lighting, the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) will host a department walk in Jefferson City from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. on October 6 in recognition of Alzheimers Awareness Day. There will also be a Walk to End Alzheimers in Jefferson City on October 11. Please visit theWalk to End Alzheimerswebsite [ [link removed] ] to find a walk near you.

Alzheimers disease will continue to be a growing public health crisis until we find a cure. The most recent data shows there are 210,000 people age 65 and older living with Alzheimers in our state, said *Jessica Bax, DHSS Division of Senior and Disability Services Director*. Creating awareness during this month reminds us all of the importance to work together to support Missouri families affected by this disease.

Pictures of the lighting will be available on Governor Parsons Flickr page [ [link removed] ].Citizens are encouraged to share pictures on social media.

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*Contact: Kelli R. Jones*

Communications Director

Work: 573-751-0765

Mobile: 573-508-9072

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.governor.mo.gov


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