All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and the brain.

Palliative Care: Enriching Lives Holistically

Alberta and Northwest Territories
November 17, 2023

Palliative care has evolved significantly over the years. Julie Desautels, the Palliative Care Learning Specialist at the Alzheimer Society, explains that palliative care encompasses a broader perspective, reaching beyond terminal illnesses to include those with chronic conditions like dementia.

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2023 Annual Hope for Tomorrow Research Competition

Alberta and Northwest Territories
November 1, 2023

Campus Alberta Neuroscience and the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories are excited to announce the second annual Hope for Tomorrow Research Competition. This competition encourages research that can improve the lives of people living with dementia and care partners.

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Roger Marple Volunteer Award 2023

Alberta and Northwest Territories
October 31, 2023

The Roger Marple Volunteer Award has been established, in consultation with Roger, to recognize a volunteer who exemplifies the qualities and efforts Roger Marple embodied in his daily life and his work on behalf of the Alzheimer’s Society and those living with dementia.

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Understanding Dementia's Landscape

Alberta and Northwest Territories
October 26, 2023

A conversation with Arlene Huhn, Team Manager of Client Services at the Alzheimer Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories

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Joanne's Story

Alberta and Northwest Territories
October 17, 2023

In this inaugural Cognitive Connections episode, we meet Joanne, a remarkable individual who shares her personal journey with dementia.

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Introducing the brand new "Cognitive Connections" Podcast

Alberta and Northwest Territories
October 6, 2023

Whether you're living with dementia, a family member, a care partner, or someone seeking to understand dementia, this podcast is for you. Join us on October 10th for our first episode!

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Free Public Lecture on Dementia Research

Alberta and Northwest Territories
September 5, 2023

Join us on September 13th for an informative session on the latest in dementia research as part of our Hope for Tomorrow Research Program.

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