Brenda Strandlund is my best friend, and the Gord of Gord's Game is her husband. Gord was diagnosed with Alzheimers at the age of 57 and after the inital shock and adjustment, they have been determined to make a difference by raising awareness of this disease. You may have read about them in the Calgary Herald, saw them on CTV News, or heard them on 660 Radio News. They have really made a commitment to bringing this disease out of the shadows.
And now, with the Gord's Game tournament, they have contributed more than just awareness. With the help and support of many sponsors, golfers, and donations, Gord's Game raised more than $21,000 at last count. All funds raised will go to research.
Christy Strandlund, Brenda and Gord's daughter, chaired the tournament and it was no surprise to anyone that the tournament went off without a hitch. The lives of most of the tournament committee members and sponsors alike have been touched in some way by this terrible disease, and judging by the enthusiasm at the tournment, it is quite possible that this tournament will be held again next year.
Below is a photo of Gord and Brenda presenting a cheque to Tracy Neumann, Director of Development, and Jorge Aviles, President, Alzheimer Society of Calgary. Way to go Strands!
Leanne Bannon
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