Still Time to Register for Local Cancer Walk

Online, September 17, 2010 (Newswire.com) - Support Connection, Inc., a not-for-profit organization offering free, confidential support services to people affected by breast and ovarian cancer, is still accepting registrations for their 16th Annual Support-A-Walk. The Walk, which will take place on Sunday, October 3, 2010 (rain or shine) at FDR Park, Route 202, Yorktown Heights, NY, is held to increase awareness of breast and ovarian cancer and to raise funds for Support Connection's free support services. Advance registration is strongly recommended; more than 9,000 people attended in 2009.

The Support-A-Walk was founded sixteen years ago by local residents as a way to focus attention on breast and ovarian cancer. Each year, thousands of people take part in this spirited, uplifting event. Participants complete a 3-mile walk, often in honor of loved ones - a celebration of life and a tribute to those affected by breast and ovarian cancer. Families, friends, co-workers and teams of walkers are invited to walk together. Individuals are also welcome to participate.

TO PRE-REGISTER OR MAKE A DONATION: Call 914-962-6402 or visit http://www.supportconnection.org. Pre-register in person at the Support Connection office, 40 Triangle Center, Suite 100 Yorktown Heights, NY: Weekdays 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday, Sept. 25, 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

The schedule for the 16th Annual Support-A-Walk on October 3rd is as follows:
9 am: Pre-walk activities and entertainment including music. Complimentary Team Photos.
9:15 am: Welcoming remarks and reflections on the meaning of the day.
9:30 am: Warm-up and stretching to music, led by staff from Club Fit.
10 am: Ribbon-cutting ceremony and the Walk begins!

Throughout the morning there will be awareness jewelry and stamps, greeting cards, and other merchandise available, as well as information about Support Connection's free breast and ovarian cancer support groups, programs and services. There will also be a "Survivors Welcome Area" near the main tent, where volunteers will greet and welcome cancer survivors, and present a token of recognition to each survivor.

To learn more about the Support-A-Walk or Support Connection's free services, call 914-962-6402 or visit http://www.supportconnection.org.