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CHICAGO (July 17, 2008) - Through its annual street
corner fundraiser and a separate corporate donation, Bankers Life and Casualty
Company is supporting the Alzheimer's Association with over $300,000.
Bankers' annual Forget Me Not DaysŪ event raised nearly $203,000 for the
Alzheimer's Association. In addition, Bankers - a national life and health
insurer focusing on the retirement market - recognized the Association on a
national level with a $100,000 donation to aid in the support of the
Association's mission.
"We're proud to support the Alzheimer's Association and the remarkable work they
do to advance research and provide patient and caregiver support," said Scott
Perry, president of Bankers. "This disease has a significant impact on our
customers, and as our Forget Me Not Days event continues to grow, our employees
and agents across the country are committed to doing what it takes to fight
this disease and give something back to our customers and our communities."
In its sixth record-breaking year, Forget Me Not Days saw more than 1,000
Bankers volunteers collect donations at locations in 104 U.S. cities on May 16
and 17.
"The dedication of Bankers' employees and agents to raise awareness of
Alzheimer's disease and support their local communities is making a significant
difference for people who are directly affected by the disease and their
families," said Claudine Larocque, of the Alzheimer's Association. "The growth
of the Forget Me Not Days event is very encouraging, as it has an immense
impact on bringing this disease to the forefront, and in helping to fund
programs, services and research that improve care for those with the disease
and offer hope for the future."
About the Alzheimer's Association
The Alzheimer's Association is the leading voluntary health organization in
Alzheimer care, support and research. Our mission is to eliminate Alzheimer's
disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and
support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the
promotion of brain health. Our vision is a world without Alzheimer's. For more
information, visit www.alz.org.
About Bankers Life and Casualty Company
Established in 1879 in Chicago, Bankers Life and Casualty Company focuses on
the financial security needs of the mature market. The nationwide company, a
subsidiary of Conseco, Inc., offers a broad portfolio of health and life
insurance and retirement savings products designed especially for seniors.
Visit us online at www.bankers.com.
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