All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and the brain.
2019 Alzheimer's Awareness Month
Marilyn Taylor lives with Alzheimer’s disease and is an advocate for dementia awareness. This January during Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, she wants you to gain a better understanding of dementia.
Help break stigma at Alzheimer’s Awareness Month open houses in Prince George, Kelowna, Vancouver and Surrey
Join us in January for our open house events across B.C. to mark Alzheimer’s Awareness Month 2019.
Yes. I live with dementia. Let me help you understand: Ron Robert
Ron Robert, 81, lives in London, Ontario. Highly interested in politics, Ron worked as a journalist for two decades covering the British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan provincial legislatures before working the western desk for then-Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau. Ron was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease in 2015.
Visiting someone with dementia over the holidays? Here are 10 tips
Now that the holidays are here, you may be circling some dates in your calendar for visits with friends and family. As the song goes, it’s the most wonderful time of year. Although, after gift buying, party planning and more, it can certainly feel like it’s the most stressful!
Gift ideas for people with dementia
The holiday season is upon us, and many of us are on the hunt for the perfect gifts for the special people in our lives.
Meet our researchers: Lillian Hung, Simon Fraser University
Dr. Lillian Hung, Postdoctoral Fellow in the Department of Gerontology at Simon Fraser University, talks about her research integrating technology with person-centered care.
Ensuring your charitable legacy: How to choose the right fiduciary
When planning your charitable legacy, it’s important to appoint a fiduciary that acts on your financial behalf. But what exactly does a fiduciary do, and why are they important? Today, the Alzheimer Society of Canada and RBC Wealth Management, Estate & Trust Services partner up to give you insights and tips on choosing the right fiduciary for you.
Annual Provincial Conference and Family Night
Donna McLean provides education and support to people living with dementia and their families and is also in regular contact with professionals involved in dementia care.
