All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.
IG Walk for Alzheimer's
Register for this year's IG Walk Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's at walkpei.ca and/or participate in our Island-wide Scavenger Hunt!
Port communities come together to support people living with dementia
From Port Alberni to St. John’s, Canada’s port authorities across the country are joining forces to fight dementia. Find out how their generosity is making a difference for Canadian families living with the disease.
Webinar video: Long-term care and COVID
This January, we hosted a special webinar on the impact of COVID-19 on people living with dementia in long-term care. Couldn't join us on the day? You can still watch the video and learn more about issues facing families in B.C.
How Viggo Mortensen depicts dementia in 'Falling'
Hear the acclaimed actor’s thoughts behind his new film, ‘Falling’, including the importance of getting an accurate portrayal of dementia on screen and how to show compassion and understanding when communicating with a person living with the disease.
Dr. Sharon Cohen talks about dementia
Dr. Sharon Cohen is the medical director of the Toronto Memory Program and is the guest speaker of AS York's upcoming virtual Forget-Me-Not Breakfast, April 24. Funds raised at this event go to programs and services to York Region residents impacted by dementia.
Missing special people at AS York
Jennifer Dance Bowen cares for her husband Feroze, who lives with Alzheimer's disease. She talks about how COVID-19 impacted both of them and her worry not just for Feroze, but herself as the caregiver.
Friendship and understanding
Three people share their experiences with the Alzheimer Society of York Region young-onset dementia support group, which is now virtual.
