Upcoming education explores dementia research literacy, stories of courage during World Alzheimer’s Month
This September, World Alzheimer’s Month, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. is offering free webinars that aim to bridge the information gap and foster a well-informed community ready to address the growing challenges associated with dementia.
There are over 85,000 people living with dementia in B.C. and more than 247,000 people are projected to be living with the disease by 2050. As the number of people affected by dementia continues to rise, the importance of dementia education has never been more critical. This September, World Alzheimer’s Month, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. is offering free webinars that aim to bridge the information gap and foster a well-informed community ready to address the growing challenges associated with dementia.
Flipping stigma in action: Stories of empowerment and courage
Get ready for part two of the four-part Flipping Stigma series! As we continue to showcase the Flipping Stigma on its Ear Tool Kit, guest speakers Lynn Jackson and Myrna Norman will share their personal stories of living with dementia. Their stories offer powerful windows into their lives – where stigma can continue to play a role.
“Sometimes it's just a tiny little comment but it may hurt us,” Myrna says. “It takes us such a long time to overcome that pain.”
In this webinar, community members can learn how individuals living with dementia like Lynn and Myrna take action against discrimination and have found the courage to respond, educate and encourage others on the dementia journey. This webinar is for people living with dementia, family members, friends and health-care providers. It takes place on Wednesday, September 20 at 2 p.m. PT.
Learn more about the series here: alzbc.org/flipping-stigma.
Research connects: Enhancing dementia research literacy in the age of (mis)information
Dementia-related information has never been easier to find, but how does a person know if the information they find on the internet, social media and other news sources is accurate and reliable?
Dr. Heather Cooke, Manager of Research and Knowledge Mobilization and in-house researcher at the Alzheimer Society of B.C., will lead an engaging discussion on how to increase research literacy. Learn how to think critically about research, interpret dementia-related research in the news and evaluate the credibility of a story or source.
This 60-minute session is for the general public, offering an opportunity for British Columbians from all walks of life to enhance their research literacy and make informed decisions regarding dementia-related matters. The webinar takes place on Wednesday, September 27 at 2 p.m. PT.