All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and the brain.
"I live with dementia…in Prince George. Let me help you understand."
Canadians affected by dementia are going public for a third consecutive year in an effort to change hearts and minds. People living with the disease, their caregivers and family members are courageously stepping forward with their personal stories in the Alzheimer Society’s nation-wide campaign, I live with dementia. Let me help you understand as part of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month.
Evening to Remember Gala
Our Evening to Remember Gala is an enchanting evening, filled with superb food and drink, comedy and live musical entertainment to support the Alzheimer Society of Prince Edward Island.
The world doesn’t end when you have Alzheimer’s: Isabel and Michael’s story
Isabel, a retired teacher, and Michael, a military veteran, live in Victoria, British Columbia. Happily married for more than 50 years, they first met at a mess hall in Greenwood, Nova Scotia, in 1961. Today, Isabel is living with Alzheimer’s disease. Here, Michael tells the story of their life after diagnosis.
What Canadians are saying: why does a fully-funded national dementia strategy matter?
We asked people living with dementia, caregivers and researchers for their thoughts on why a fully-funded national dementia strategy matters. Here’s what they have to say:
Stories of hope: Angela
Angela's step-father, Billie, lived with early onset Alzheimer's disease. Despite his early diagnosis, Billie continued to show a positive outlook. Read Angela's story below.
Dementia Friends Leadership Luncheon
The Dementia Friends Leadership Luncheon is an annual event that provides the Alzheimer Society with an opportunity to recognize volunteers and caregivers.
Help support our Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon & 5k runners and walkers on the cheer squad!
We are seeking volunteers to join our cheer squad: a group of volunteers cheering for this year's Scotiabank Vancouver Half-Marathon & 5k walkers and runners.
