All the latest news and stories about Alzheimer's disease, dementia and the brain.
Brain Awareness Week: How A DIY Project Helped Paul Challenge His Brain
Paul Lea, who lives in Toronto, Ontario, was diagnosed with vascular dementia in 2009. But that didn’t stop him from seeking ways to stay mentally and physically active. Lifestyle changes are not only important if you are living with dementia but they also help reduce your risk of developing the disease.
Breakfast to Remember events raise more than $242K to help build more inclusive communities for people affected by dementia
This year's Breakfast to Remember events in Victoria and Vancouver have raised more than $242,000 to help us build dementia-friendly communities.
Island Health presents "Sharing the Journey"
We have collaborated with the Island Health Authority to produce an 18-part video series to support caregivers and people living with dementia.
B.C. Ministry of Health co-hosts the 2019 Dementia-Friendly Legislature Luncheon
In March 2019, the Alzheimer Society of B.C. and B.C. Ministry of Health welcomed Members of the Legislative Assembly from across the province to discuss the importance of building dementia-friendly communities.
“Do the right thing.” Challenging stigmas and stereotypes against dementia.
Irene Fantopoulos lives in Toronto, Ontario. Besides working for the Ontario Public Service, she also is a caregiver for her mother, Mary. After reading about #ilivewithdementia.ca, Irene was inspired to tell her own story regarding her experiences with stigma against people living with dementia and their caregivers.
My dementia caregiver journey: An unexpected path to enlightenment
After reading about #ilivewithdementia, Mildred Lynn McDonald was inspired to share her experiences as a caregiver. In this guest blog, she shares seven pieces of inspirational advice that helped put her own dementia caregiver journey into perspective.
Celebrity chef opens up about her career and impact of dementia at Breakfast to Remember
Chef Caren McSherry shares her personal experience of how dementia has affected her for Alzheimer Society of B.C.'s Breakfast to Remember event.
