By Madison Hart
InkFreeNews

WARSAW — The leadership team of Mason Health and Rehabilitation Center took pies to the face for a good cause.

Mason‘s leadership team held a competition to raise money for the Alzheimer’s Association. Residents got to smash pies in the faces of the three individuals who raised the most.

“Alzeheimer’s affects a lot of elders in our facility,” said administrator Rukiya Brooks. “(That’s why we’re passionate about) contributing to the research of, and facilitating care and support for, those suffering and their loved ones. It also raises awareness. Dementia affects so many people unknowingly.”

Fundraising is part of a pledge in preparation for Mason staff’s participation in Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, Oct. 5. According to the Alzheimer’s Association website, Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support and research.

The pie event was the most anticipated of several fundraising efforts at Mason, totaling $1,600 raised so far.

Individuals can contribute to the Alzheimer’s Association through the Mason team by donating here.