All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.
British Columbians invited to hike and fundraise for this year’s Climb for Alzheimer’s to help people living with dementia.
The funds raised by the Climb for Alzheimer’s support the Alzheimer Society of B.C.’s programs and services such as a pilot online version of Minds in Motion®, a social and fitness program for people living with early-stage dementia and a care partner.
"It's the longest goodbye."
Evelyn (pictured) lives with dementia. Today, Evelyn's daughter and caregiver, Linda, would like to tell you her story about their journey with dementia – how her mother's abilities changed over time, the unique challenges they've faced and the need for people like you to help the Alzheimer Society give them help and support.
Dementia research that moves us forward
Alzheimer Society of Canada invests $3 million in dementia researchers across the country.
Make your own Touch Quilt for someone living with dementia
Jane Roszell, Touch Quilt Coordinator at the Ottawa Valley Quilters Guide, has put together a step-by-step document on how to make your own Touch Quilt at home for someone living with dementia in your life. These quilts are commonly used to comfort, calm, and stimulate anxious patients with mid - to late-stage Alzheimer's disease and related dementia.
Make your own Touch Quilt for someone living with dementia
Jane Roszell, Touch Quilt Coordinator at the Ottawa Valley Quilters Guide, has put together a step-by-step document on how to make your own Touch Quilt at home for someone living with dementia in your life. These quilts are commonly used to comfort, calm, and stimulate anxious patients with mid - to late-stage Alzheimer's disease and related dementia.
Champion Racer is Back to Raise Funds
Jake Cowden races formula 1600 cars in the Toyo Tires series and go-karts on his free weekends. For the second year now, Jake is racing for good and raising funds for AS York in honour of his grandmother, Joyce, who lives with dementia.
I can tell you firsthand, your support really does make a difference.
If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, I have three words of advice: Don’t give up! Find joy in the things you or your loved one can still do. Find joy in being alive.
The Alzheimer Society of B.C. welcomes new CEO, Jen Lyle
The Alzheimer Society of B.C. is pleased to welcome Jen Lyle to the position of Chief Executive Officer, effective Tuesday, August 3, 2021. She takes over the role from Barbara Lindsay, the Society’s Director of Advocacy & Education and Marketing & Communications teams, who has led the organization as interim CEO since October 2020.
