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

The slippery slide

British Columbia
August 27, 2026

Writing and story telling can be a powerful tool for understanding your experiences. Through the Lived Experience Partner Program, Don contributed his talents to a lived experience storytelling project, sharing writing that is direct, vulnerable and deeply honest.

Photo drawn by Don Cheeseman, of the slippery slide

She has landed softly into peace

British Columbia
August 25, 2026

Arlene Hildred cared for her mother Hazel who was living with dementia. She writes an essay about their time together and how she found peace while caring for her mom after many years of resentment.

Arlene Hildred with her late mother Hazel

Marsha’s Weather

British Columbia
August 24, 2026

In his latest short story, Tobias reflects on the realities of caregiving. Marsha’s Weather invites readers to embrace uncertainty, reminding us that sometimes the most compassionate response is simply to stay present.

Tobias and his wife Marsha

Creative expression for processing dementia: Terry and Janet

British Columbia
June 23, 2026

Creative expression can be a powerful way to process how you feel about having dementia. Caregiver Terry Marshall reflects how music strengthened his connection with his wife Janet and brought comfort during her dementia journey.

Janet pictured next to her husband, Terry, who is holding a guitar.

Living summer to the fullest

British Columbia
June 23, 2026

Brian Stanley, a member of our lived experienced partner program, sends his summer greetings and his love for the season.

Brian in his garden

Don’t give up: Dennis Hollis’s story

British Columbia
June 17, 2026

At 84, Coquitlam resident Dennis Hollis is living with early-stage Alzheimer's disease. Despite facing challenges including memory loss, reduced concentration, loss of independence and concerns about burdening the people he cares for, Dennis is determined to control how he lives positively.

Dennis Hollis