Date/Time
12/2/2023
Beginning at 9:00 am
Beginning at 9:00 am
Event Description
Good news for the West Valley – more info to come as we get closer to the walk!
Abrazo Health collaborating with American Heart Association to present first-ever West Valley Heart Walk
Abrazo Health hospitals are collaborating with the American Heart Association to present the new West Valley Heart Walk on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, at Goodyear Civic Square.
The West Valley Heart Walk will leverage the strengths of the vital West Valley community and the impact it can make on local lives, raising money to fund research and education, and advocate for heart health. Registration is free and participants can start a team, join a team or join as an individual.
“As one of Arizona’s major healthcare providers, Abrazo Health recognizes the importance of good health in our community and participating in the West Valley Heart Walk helps make us all better together. I’m thrilled to collaborate with the American Heart Association Arizona Division and serve as the 2023 Chair for the West Valley Heart Walk,” said Hans Driessnack, CEO at Abrazo West Campus.
The Dec. 2 event will feature a 3-mile walk and a 1-mile survivor miracle mile. Pre-Walk festival activities will begin at 9 a.m. and the West Valley Heart Walk will kick-off at 9:30 a.m. Health activities and entertainment will continue after walkers complete their exercise.
“I have been affected by heart disease both personally and professionally. I lost my grandfather to a heart attack caused by congestive heart failure and my grandma to a stroke. On a professional level, I have seen the effects of unmanaged heart disease on a daily basis in my career,” said Dreissnack.
The American Heart Association is the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Abrazo Health is one of the leading health systems in Arizona, with a growing heart and vascular services program at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear.
Funds are critically needed to fight the #1 and #5 killers in the nation, heart disease and stroke, according to the American Heart Association. West Valley Heart Walk donations will help save the lives of adults struggling with heart disease and fund new heart and stroke medical breakthroughs.
“Working adults spend a large portion of their day in the office or in sedentary work environments which gives employers a unique opportunity to inspire healthy habits and healthier lives,” said Meghan Shapiro, Chair of the American Heart Association’s Greater Phoenix Board of Directors. “Through the West Valley Heart Walk, and its dedicated supporters, we are truly making an impact. The commitment organizations are making to the health and wellness of their employees show a lot of heart.”
Driessnack encourages West Valley businesses and residents to join him in supporting the inaugural West Valley Heart Walk. It’s an opportunity to be founding members of a cause that is solely dedicated to improving people’s lives.
“I am excited to rally the West Valley around the community impact of heart disease. Heart disease exacts a large toll on individuals, families and businesses. This is a great opportunity to show people how they can improve the quality of their life,” said Driessnack.
To register for the West Valley Heart Walk, visit www.westvalleyheartwalk.org. Follow Abrazo Health and the American Heart Association Arizona on social media and #WestValleyHeartWalk for more updates.
Abrazo Health collaborating with American Heart Association to present first-ever West Valley Heart Walk
Abrazo Health hospitals are collaborating with the American Heart Association to present the new West Valley Heart Walk on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2023, at Goodyear Civic Square.
The West Valley Heart Walk will leverage the strengths of the vital West Valley community and the impact it can make on local lives, raising money to fund research and education, and advocate for heart health. Registration is free and participants can start a team, join a team or join as an individual.
“As one of Arizona’s major healthcare providers, Abrazo Health recognizes the importance of good health in our community and participating in the West Valley Heart Walk helps make us all better together. I’m thrilled to collaborate with the American Heart Association Arizona Division and serve as the 2023 Chair for the West Valley Heart Walk,” said Hans Driessnack, CEO at Abrazo West Campus.
The Dec. 2 event will feature a 3-mile walk and a 1-mile survivor miracle mile. Pre-Walk festival activities will begin at 9 a.m. and the West Valley Heart Walk will kick-off at 9:30 a.m. Health activities and entertainment will continue after walkers complete their exercise.
“I have been affected by heart disease both personally and professionally. I lost my grandfather to a heart attack caused by congestive heart failure and my grandma to a stroke. On a professional level, I have seen the effects of unmanaged heart disease on a daily basis in my career,” said Dreissnack.
The American Heart Association is the world’s leading voluntary organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. Abrazo Health is one of the leading health systems in Arizona, with a growing heart and vascular services program at Abrazo West Campus in Goodyear.
Funds are critically needed to fight the #1 and #5 killers in the nation, heart disease and stroke, according to the American Heart Association. West Valley Heart Walk donations will help save the lives of adults struggling with heart disease and fund new heart and stroke medical breakthroughs.
“Working adults spend a large portion of their day in the office or in sedentary work environments which gives employers a unique opportunity to inspire healthy habits and healthier lives,” said Meghan Shapiro, Chair of the American Heart Association’s Greater Phoenix Board of Directors. “Through the West Valley Heart Walk, and its dedicated supporters, we are truly making an impact. The commitment organizations are making to the health and wellness of their employees show a lot of heart.”
Driessnack encourages West Valley businesses and residents to join him in supporting the inaugural West Valley Heart Walk. It’s an opportunity to be founding members of a cause that is solely dedicated to improving people’s lives.
“I am excited to rally the West Valley around the community impact of heart disease. Heart disease exacts a large toll on individuals, families and businesses. This is a great opportunity to show people how they can improve the quality of their life,” said Driessnack.
To register for the West Valley Heart Walk, visit www.westvalleyheartwalk.org. Follow Abrazo Health and the American Heart Association Arizona on social media and #WestValleyHeartWalk for more updates.
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