The Henry County Memory Fund hosted their 10 th Annual Big Purple Party on Saturday, May
4 th . Due to the weather, the event was held in the Fellowship Hall at the Clinton Christian
Church. Attendees were encouraged to wear purple in honor of Alzheimer’s and dementia
as well as the 10 th year celebration. Steve Stevens was the emcee of the event again this year.
We would like to take a moment and thank all the contributors, those who raised money
and those that donated to this cause. These contributions allow us to help many with
expenses while they are battling Alzheimer’s or dementia and so far in 2024 we have raised
$22,760. All the money raised will be used locally to assist those with Alzheimer’s or
dementia and to research. Monies are awarded through an application process for living
expenses, medication, medical equipment, respite stays and other uses.
Each year we display the Hall of Remembrance which is to honor and remember those that
have had funeral memorials left to HCMF in their memory. We continue to add new signs
each year and display them all to honor and remember each of them for years to come.
Applications for assistance are available if you or someone you know is battling with
Alzheimer’s or dementia. For more information you may contact Ranae Walrath, 660-890-
7294 or Christa Atchison, 660-525-1338.
If you’re interested in supporting this cause, donations can be made online by visiting:
http://cfozarks.org/ donate, at the bottom of the page, type Henry County Memory Fund
into the box and select it when it pops up. It will take you to a new page to donate. If you
would like to donate by check please make it payable to Henry County Memory Fund and
mailed to PO Box 741, Clinton, MO 64735.
